Hard cheese varieties are a type of cheese that is aged for a longer period of time, resulting in a harder texture and stronger flavor. The four crossword solutions for the term 'hard cheese variety' are SWISS (5 letters), CHEDDAR (7 letters), Romano (6 letters), and PARMESAN (8 letters). SWISS cheese is a mild, nutty-tasting cheese with large holes, originating from Switzerland. CHEDDAR is a sharp, tangy cheese that originated in England. Romano is a salty, sharp cheese that originated in Italy. PARMESAN is a hard, granular cheese with a nutty flavor, also originating in Italy.