mascarpone

White Chocolate Mascarpone Cheesecake with Salted Caramel and Chocolate Topping

They say it’s your birthday. Well, Happy Birthday to You! Today’s post is part of a birthday surprise for Brandy, a young (oh yes, you are!) blogging friend. I was asked to participate in a Virtual Surprise Party for Brandy’s 30th birthday. You may know her as Nutmeg Nanny (two guesses on that name and [...]

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Espresso-Chocolate Layer Cake with White Chocolate-Mascarpone Frosting

I was honored to have my sweet friend Lora, the Cake Duchess herself, ask me to help her with a post while she is going through some personal stuff. Every now and then I’m reminded of just how real our relationships are in this globally connected world and I’m not just happy to help; I’m [...]

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Strawberry Mascarpone Tart

This Strawberry Mascarpone Tart is such a fresh and simple dessert but no matter, it will create a legion of devotees. It’s really best when strawberries are at the height of their season but I just picked up a box that were big and juicy so thought…September is now my new strawberry season! The recipe [...]

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Warm Spinach Mascarpone Dip

I only discovered Mascarpone Cheese in the past couple of years but love the creamy element that adds something special to so many recipes when used in place of cream cheese, sour cream or even mayonnaise. I saw this post from Steamy Kitchen right before the New Years holiday and just had to serve it [...]

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Food and Wine Pairing Event – Fundraiser for Susan G. Komen

I was part of a trio of women who decided to do a fundraiser for Susan G. Komen. One of our group, Aleece participated in the Race for the Cure in honor of family and friends who have been stricken with cancer including her sister Shelly who died of ovarian cancer; her sister Debbi who [...]

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Chocolate Mascarpone Brownies

I love brownies but often find they are too dry for my tastes. This recipe makes not only a great brownie but includes a yummy chocolate ganache topping. Be sure to test at the 40 minute time frame; better to take out a bit early than let get dry! Ingredients Brownies 1 cup unsalted butter 3 ounces [...]

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Nordstrom's Lemon and Coconut Bars with Whipped Cream and Mascarpone Topping

This recipe is from Nordstrom’s Café. My daughter worked there during high school and college and one day when meeting her for lunch, we ordered the Lemon Bar for dessert. I’ve made this treat for years so we thought we knew what to expect. Big surprise. This not only has coconut in the crust but [...]

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