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Ina Garten Refuses To Buy One Store-Bought Shortcut
BY Javaria Akbar
While you've likely heard Ina Garten say "store-bought is fine" on "Barefoot Contessa," there's one item she refuses to purchase: grated Parmesan.
A packet of grated Parmesan is convenient when cooking, but it's better to take the time to shred it yourself so you can be assured of its quality and origin.
Garten told Today, "I actually always grate Parmesan myself, because when you buy it grated, you have no idea what you're getting."
Unlike getting a wedge of Parmesan, you can't be certain what grade the cheese is in a pre-shredded bag or how long it's been in its packaging on the grocery store shelf.