Balsamic Strawberries With Whipped Mascarpone Cheese |
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Prep Time: 60 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 65 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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My neighbor brought this over one evening for my husband and I to sample. We just happened to be entertaining some guests, and hadn't planned a dessert. When the meal ended, I brought out the two portions and divided it carefully amongst the group. We practically licked our bowls clean, this was so wonderful. He had pulled the recipe from epicurious. Makes a beautiful presentation, very simple, very good. just be certain to use a good-quality balsamic. Ingredients:
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar |
2 teaspoons sugar, plus |
4 tablespoons sugar, divided |
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice |
1/2 cup chilled mascarpone cheese |
1/2 cup chilled whipping cream |
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract |
3 pints strawberries, hulled, halved |
Directions:
1. Combine vinegar, 2 teaspoons sugar, and lemon juice in heavy small saucepan.
2. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
3. Boil until syrup is reduced to scant 1/4 cup, about 3 minutes.
4. Transfer to small bowl; cool completely.
5. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Combine mascarpone, cream, vanilla, and 2 tablespoons sugar in medium bowl.
6. Whisk until thick soft peaks form.
7. Cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours.
8. Combine berries and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in large bowl; drizzle with balsamic syrup and toss to blend.
9. Let stand 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
10. Divide berries and syrup among 6 goblets.
11. Top with mascarpone mixture.
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