provolone
noun
pro·vo·lo·ne
ˌprō-və-ˈlō-nē 
ˈprō-və-ˌlōn
: a usually firm pliant often smoked cheese of Italian origin
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Fans did in fact seem elated this spring when Costco brought back the hot turkey and provolone sandwich.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 28 May 2025
The classic cheesesteak starts with either beef or today, chicken — Big Daddy uses only a marinated breast filet — sliced, grilled with onions and topped with a choice of Cheez Whiz Philly-style, provolone or American.
—Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2025
Fromage Croissant Toast: Features melty provolone and American cheeses, caramelized onions, arugula, and garlic aioli.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 1 May 2025
Repeat layers two more times, starting with noodles and ending with provolone.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Nov. 2024
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 28 May 2025
The classic cheesesteak starts with either beef or today, chicken — Big Daddy uses only a marinated breast filet — sliced, grilled with onions and topped with a choice of Cheez Whiz Philly-style, provolone or American.
—Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2025
Fromage Croissant Toast: Features melty provolone and American cheeses, caramelized onions, arugula, and garlic aioli.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 1 May 2025
Repeat layers two more times, starting with noodles and ending with provolone.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Nov. 2024
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“Provolone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/provolone. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.
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