Merlot Strawberries with Vanilla Cream |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Notes: You can make the mascarpone cream up to 2 days ahead; cover and chill. Whisk briefly before serving. You can poach the strawberries up to 4 hours ahead; let stand at room temperature. Instead of mascarpone, you can top strawberries with whipped cream. Ingredients:
8 ounces mascarpone cheese (see notes) |
1/2 cup whipping cream |
2/3 cup sugar |
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise |
2 1/2 cups merlot or other dry red wine |
1 teaspoon lemon juice |
6 cups sliced strawberries |
Directions:
1. Combine mascarpone, cream, and 2 tablespoons sugar; scrape seeds from vanilla bean into mixture (reserve pod). Beat with a mixer on low speed until soft peaks form. Cover and chill.
2. In a 4- to 6-quart pan over medium heat, frequently stir wine, lemon juice, remaining sugar, and vanilla bean pod until mixture is simmering, about 12 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in strawberries. Let cool about 1 hour.
3. Ladle strawberries and liquid into wineglasses or goblets (at least 8 oz.). Top with mascarpone cream.
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