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Mascarpone Cheese Recipe

Homemade mascarpone cheese is rich, creamy, and surprisingly easy to make with just two ingredients.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions 

  1. 1. Pour the heavy cream into a heavy-bottomed 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 the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes until it thickens.
  3. 3. 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.
  4. 4. Transfer the mascarpone cheese to a 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: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Keywords

Cheese, Homemade
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