gorgonzola
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Definition
Noun 1. A type of Italian blue cheese: Gorgonzola is a specific variety of cheese, originally from Italy, characterized by its blue-green veins of mold (Penicillium glaucum or Penicillium roqueforti). It has a distinctively sharp, tangy, and sometimes slightly spicy flavor, with a texture that can range from creamy and soft to firm and crumbly depending on its age.
Usage Examples
- As a countable noun (referring to a type or piece):
- Would you like some gorgonzola on your salad?
- This gorgonzola is particularly creamy and mild.
- As an uncountable noun (referring to the substance):
- The recipe calls for 100 grams of crumbled gorgonzola.
- The flavor of gorgonzola pairs well with pears and walnuts.
Advanced Usage
- Used attributively (as a noun modifier): The word "gorgonzola" is often used before another noun to describe a dish or product that contains or is flavored with this cheese.
- I ordered the gorgonzola sauce with my steak.
- They make a delicious gorgonzola and pear pizza.
Variants and Related Words
- Dolce Gorgonzola: A specific, younger, and milder version of Gorgonzola, known for its soft, spreadable texture.
- Gorgonzola Piccante: A specific, older, and stronger version of Gorgonzola, known for its firmer, crumblier texture and more pungent flavor.
- Blue cheese: The general category of cheese to which Gorgonzola belongs. (Note: Gorgonzola is a type of blue cheese, but not all blue cheese is Gorgonzola.)
Synonyms
- Blue cheese (general term)
- Bleu cheese (general term, especially in American English)
Related Phrases and Idioms
(This word is a specific noun and is not commonly used in phrasal verbs or idioms. Its usage is primarily culinary.)