Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese (Getty Images/Buena Vista Images) Generally, the notion of cheese is so completely savory, sans mascarpone, ricotta and cream cheese.

If you don't buy Parmigiano Reggiano, you're likely eating American-made imitation Parmesan cheese. There's nothing inherently wrong with it; some are very good and come from quality producers.

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While similar, Parmigiano-Reggiano and Parmesan are hardly synonymous, explain cheese experts. Here’s what to know about the difference between the aged cheeses that are both made with cow’s milk.

While similar, Parmigiano-Reggiano and Parmesan are hardly synonymous, explain cheese experts. Here’s what to know about the difference between the aged cheeses that are both made with cow’s milk.