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Mascarpone Cheese Recipe

Homemade mascarpone cheese, perfect for desserts and savory dishes.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice freshly squeezed

Instructions 

  1. Heat the heavy cream in a double boiler until it reaches 190°F (88°C).
  2. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
  3. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
  4. Line a strainer with cheesecloth and place it over a bowl. Pour the mixture into the strainer and let it drain for 1-2 hours.
  5. Transfer the mascarpone cheese to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 50mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Keywords

Cheese, Homemade
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