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Mascarpone

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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has milky and slightly sweet flavour.

Usage Tips

  1. Mascarpone can be used to make frosting on cakes and cookies.
  2. It can be used to thicken puddings.
  3. It can also be served with fresh fruits.

Common names and forms

  1. Mascarpone cheese

Description

Mascarpone is an Italian cream cheese coagulated by adding some acidic substance like vinegar, acetic acid or lemon juice. It has smooth, creamy white texture.

Health benefits

  • Mascarpone contains minerals like calcium that helps to keep the bones strong.(1)
  • It contains Vitamin A that promotes good eyesight.(1)

Selection Guide

Choose mascarpone with smooth texture with no lumps or graininess. Check for the expiry date before buying mascarpone.

Resource & Links

(1) https://woman.thenest.com/health-mascarpone-20242.html

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