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Salty umami cheese — swaps need hard, salty cheese.
| Amount needed | Use instead | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1/4 cup grated | 1/4 cup pecorino romano | Sharper and saltier — reduce added salt. |
| 1/4 cup grated | 1/4 cup aged asiago or grana padano | Closest flavor matches. |
| 2 tbsp (umami boost, vegan) | 2 tbsp nutritional yeast + pinch of salt | Cheesy flavor without dairy. |
1/4 cup pecorino romano; 1/4 cup aged asiago or grana padano; 2 tbsp nutritional yeast + pinch of salt.