Mascarpone

strawberry-mascarpone tart

April 11, 2013
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Every spring, I anticipate the reopening of local strawberry stands and find myself craving the intoxicating aroma of the plump berries. I’ve had my heart set on making a strawberry tart filled with Mascarpone, and to my delight, found the strawberry stand open for the first day of the season. Perfect timing! With a spiced ...

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chocolate-mint sandwich cookies

February 28, 2013
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I know I’ve shared my love of chocolate mint desserts with you previously. For whatever reason, it’s my go-to flavor combination, and one I never tire of. Childhood nostalgia, perhaps? During family trips to the ice cream store, chocolate mint ice cream always found its way onto my sugar cone, and sometimes you simply don’t ...

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brownie heart sandwich cookies

January 28, 2013
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Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and I find myself drawn to every heart-shaped dessert I see. Regardless of your personal feelings about the holiday, it’s the ideal time for a little whimsy. These brownie heart sandwich cookies are a pretty way to embrace hearts: the rich cocoa roll-out cookies are a breeze to make, and ...

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winter white cupcakes + nielsen-massey vanillas giveaway

December 27, 2012
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I hope you all had a lovely Christmas! Highlights for me included spending time with family, reflecting on the many blessings of the past year, eating wonderful food, and heading to the coast for a change of scenery. We began our celebration on Christmas Eve, finishing our meal with these winter white cupcakes. The light ...

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irish cream & mascarpone gelato

August 12, 2012

I have a bit of an addiction to Mascarpone. I love to spread it on graham crackers or a slice of toast for a snack, and since my fridge is rarely without a tub, I find ways to use it as an ingredient whenever possible. Earlier this year, I made Irish Cream brownies to celebrate ...

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plum-mascarpone ice cream

July 11, 2012

The sweetest gifts are the edible kind – I cherish small, thoughtful gestures. Liz, the owner of the blueberry farm, gave me a bag of plums fresh off her tree after my last visit. Ripe and juicy to the point of splitting open, I knew slicing them for use in a dessert was out of ...

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blueberry-mascarpone muffins

June 11, 2012

I like to think Monday morning calls for a freshly baked muffin. As you ease your way into a new week, a warm muffin is just the thing to take the edge off of looming responsibilities and deadlines. One bite of these blueberry-Mascarpone muffins, and you’ll find your spirits instantly lifted. I promise. Fragrant with ...

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raspberry-mascarpone pastries

May 21, 2012

When you want to whip up a simple and scrumptious dessert, puff pastry is your friend. Keep a box in the freezer and you’ll always be prepared for a party, whether you decide to serve something sweet or savory. To celebrate a happy couple’s engagement, I made these heart-shaped raspberry-Mascarpone pastries with just a few ...

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