CREMA DI MASCARPONE (CHILLED CHEESE DESSERT)

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The beauty of this dessert by Romeo Salta from "The Pleasures of Italian Cooking" is its simplicity. It is a no-cook & quick-fix taste sensation that is best when garnished w/fresh berries. Enjoy! (Time does not include time to chill the crema)

Provided by twissis

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 Dessert Servings, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb mascarpone (ricotta or cream cheese may be used)
1/2 cup sugar
4 egg yolks (lightly beaten)
2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 tablespoons cognac (or other Brandy)

Steps:

  • Blend the cheese in an electric blender till very smooth.
  • Beat in the sugar, egg yolks, cream & Cognac till the mixture is very smooth & thick. Refrigerate till well-chilled.
  • To Serve: Spoon chilled crema into 4-6 sml dessert bowls, ramekins or goblets. Fresh raspberries or strawberries were suggested as the ideal garnish, but I think a wide variety of imaginative choices would also work well.

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