Of the typical products of Varese Province, particularly of the Prealps, we should mention the vast selection of cheeses made following the ancient dairy traditions: from the goat cheeses that are typical of the mountain regions, to the various cow's milk products.

Formaggella D.O.P., from Luino
One excellent product of the Prealps is the Formaggella D.O.P. (Protected Designation of Origin), a typical cheese of Luino. Cylindrical in shape, it is a soft, white cheese, with a sweet, pleasant flavour, and a delicate aroma that becomes more intense with maturing. It is made with whole, raw milk from the goat breeds "Camosciata delle Alpi" and "Nera di Verzasca". The cheese is matured in storerooms in which the humidity is controlled, at a maximum temperature of 15° C, or in cellars, with natural humidity; the maturing process lasts at least 20 days.

Gorgonzola D.O.P.
Varese Province is one of the areas where Gorgonzola D.O.P. (also known as stracchino) is produced and matured. This cheese is made exclusively with milk produced in the province.