Like manchego but not paneer (4)

I believe the answer is:

aged

(Other definitions for aged that I've seen before include "Old or ancient" , "Advanced in years" , "way over the hill" , "Time-worn" , "Antiquated" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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