Bel Paese - cow's milk semi soft cheese. 1 lb/454 gr, Italy. Bel Paese is from the Lombardy region of Italy. It is a modern, creamery, semi soft cheese and has a light, milky aroma. It is matured for 6-8 weeks. The geniune Italian article can be identified by its wrapping which features an image of a priest and the map of Italy (U.S. licensed versions show a map of the Americas). Food compliments: It can be served as a dessert cheese or for snacks and melts beautifully for use in casseroles or on pizza