Balsamic Strawberries with Whipped Mascarpone Cheese |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Yes—vinegar and berries: The mellow balsamic, sweet strawberries, and rich mascarpone come together beautifully. Ingredients:
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar |
2 teaspoons plus 4 tablespoons sugar |
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice |
1/2 cup chilled mascarpone cheese |
1/2 cup chilled whipping cream |
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract |
3 1-pint baskets (about 24 ounces) strawberries, hulled, halved |
Directions:
1. Combine vinegar, 2 teaspoons sugar, and lemon juice in heavy small saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Boil until syrup is reduced to scant 1/4 cup, about 3 minutes. Transfer to small bowl; cool completely. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
2. Combine mascarpone, cream, vanilla, and 2 tablespoons sugar in medium bowl. Whisk until thick soft peaks form. Cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours.
3. Combine berries and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in large bowl; drizzle with balsamic syrup and toss to blend. Let stand 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Divide berries and syrup among 6 goblets. Top with mascarpone mixture.
5. *Italian cream cheese, available at Italian markets and many supermarkets.
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