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Mascarpone Cheese Recipe

This homemade mascarpone cheese is rich, creamy, and perfect for desserts or savory dishes.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Chilling Time 12 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 120 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Heavy Cream
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed

Instructions 

  1. 1. Pour the heavy cream into a saucepan and heat over medium heat until it reaches 190°F (88°C).
  2. 2. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Let it cool for 20 minutes.
  3. 3. Line a strainer with cheesecloth and place it over a bowl. Pour the mixture into the strainer.
  4. 4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours. The mascarpone will thicken as it chills.
  5. 5. Transfer the mascarpone to a container and store in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 30mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Keywords

Cheese, Easy, Homemade
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