LACTOSE INTOLERANCE
WHAT IS
LACTOSE?
Lactose is a type of sugar found in milk and other dairy products.
That’s why it’s also called "milk sugar." Lactose is normally digested in the small intestine.
The enzyme lactase breaks down lactose into glucose and galactose so that it can be absorbed by the intestinal lining.
If the amount of lactase enzyme is insufficient, lactose cannot be broken down and cannot be digested in the small intestine. When lactose is not properly digested, it ends up in the colon. Lactose ferments in the large intestine, releasing gases and water.
Lactose can be a risk factor for some people in relation to gas formation in the intestine.

DID YOU KNOW
THESE FOODS ARE LACTOSE-FREE?

Parmigiano Reggiano DOP 24 months is naturally lactose-free thanks to its long maturation. This cheese has a rich and complex flavour, ideal to enjoy with dried fruit or honey. Also perfect for grating over pasta and risotto.

Emmenthal is a Swiss hard cheese, lactose-free due to ripening. Its sweet, nutty flavour pairs beautifully with wholemeal bread and fresh fruit such as apples and grapes.

Gruyère is an aged, lactose-free Swiss cheese. With its slightly sweet flavour and creamy texture, it is perfect to melt in dishes such as fondues and gratins, or to enjoy with nuts and honey.

Gorgonzola is a lactose-free blue cheese, available in sweet and spicy varieties. Its strong flavour goes well with pears, figs and honey, as well as an ingredient in risottos and pizzas.

Grana Padano is an aged Italian cheese, naturally lactose-free. With its delicate flavour and grainy texture, it is ideal grated over pasta and soups, or enjoyed with a glass of red wine.

Fontina is a lactose-free Italian cheese, known for its softness and sweet flavour. Perfect for melting into dishes such as fondue from Valle d'Aosta, it also goes well with raw ham and rustic bread.

Aged Pecorino 36 months is a lactose-free sheep's milk cheese with an intense, piquant flavour. It goes perfectly with chestnut honey and fresh fruit, or grated over pasta dishes.

Sweet and smoked Provolone is a lactose-free Italian pasta filata cheese. The mild is delicate and goes well with grilled vegetables, while the smoked adds a touch of flavour to sandwiches and meat dishes.

Asiago is an Italian semi-hard cheese, naturally lactose-free when ripened. Its delicate flavour is excellent with fruit jams and crusty bread, or melted on crostini and pizzas.

Sardinian Pecorino is an aged lactose-free sheep's milk cheese with a robust and aromatic flavour. Enjoy it with honey and nuts, or grated over pasta dishes for an extra touch of flavour.

Tuscan Pecorino is a lactose-free sheep's milk cheese with a full, slightly spicy flavour. It goes well with pears and nuts, or as an ingredient in pasta dishes and salads.

Pecorino Romano is an aged sheep's milk cheese, naturally lactose-free. With its salty, strong flavour, it is perfect grated over pasta alla carbonara and cacio e pepe, or enjoyed with fresh broad beans.

Scamorza is a lactose-free pasta filata cheese, also available in a smoked version. Enjoy it melted on pizza and sandwiches, or paired with grilled vegetables and cured meats.

Montebaldo is a mature, lactose-free Italian cheese. With its rich, aromatic flavour, it goes well with fresh fruit and red wine, or grated over pasta dishes.

Aged Caprino is a lactose-free goat's cheese with an intense and slightly piquant flavour. Enjoy it with honey and dried fruit, or grated over salads and pasta.

Puzzone di Moena is an Italian semi-hard cheese, naturally lactose-free. With its strong, aromatic flavour, it goes well with rustic bread and honey, or melted over polenta and meat dishes.
LACTOSE-FREE
RECIPES
GNOCCHI WITH SPECK
AND POTATO CREAM

SERVINGS: 4 people | DIFFICULTY: easy | PREPARATION: 40 min
CELERIAC CREAM WITH
PIOPPINI MUSHROOM

SERVINGS: 4 people | DIFFICULTY: easy | PREPARATION: 1 h