STRAWBERRY-MASCARPONE GELATO

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A gelato dish from northern Italy enjoyed by all. Garnish with whole strawberries.

Provided by manella

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Strawberry Dessert Recipes

Time 5h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups strawberries, hulled and quartered
1 (8 ounce) container mascarpone cheese
1 cup whole milk
¾ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place strawberries into a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Pour puree through a fine-meshed sieve or strainer over a large bowl. Press on the berries using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon to extract all juices; discard solids.
  • Combine mascarpone cheese, milk, sugar, lemon juice, and salt in the blender or food processor; blend until smooth. Pour into strawberry puree and stir well. Cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 3 hours to overnight.
  • Place chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's instructions, about 20 minutes. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm, 2 hours to overnight.
  • Let gelato sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 50.7 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 85.5 mg, Sugar 30.6 g

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