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Tiramisu

Make the cream:
Whip cold cream and powdered sugar until it begins to thicken. Add mascarpone; mix on low speed until fully incorporated. Add the liquor and whip until soft peaks form.

Make the syrup:
Boil the sugar and water until sugar is fully dissolved. Add Kahlua and bring to a boil. Add coffee and whisk until smooth. Cool.

Assemble the tiramisu:
Line a glass with four ladyfingers. Pour in 2 oz. of syrup and pipe in the cream to fill the glass. Sprinkle with cocoa.

Other Uses for Mascarpone:

• Mascarpone cheese can be layered in tiramisu or used as a filling in desserts such as tarts and cheesecake. The richness and mild flavor of the cheese are the important properties for these applications.
• Mascarpone cheese can be used in pasta sauces. The fat content of the cheese adds to the richness of the sauce.
• Mascarpone cheese can be used to thicken and add richness to items such as soups or risotto.
• Mascarpone cheese can be used as a spread in place of butter or margarine. The advantage of this substitution is the lower fat content of the mascarpone compared to the butter and margarine.
• Mascarpone cheese can be blended into dips to add viscosity and mild flavor.
• Mascarpone cheese can be used as a dessert topping in the same way as whipped cream.
• Mascarpone can be frozen into ice cream, substituting for cream in the mix formulation.
• Mascarpone can be mixed with anchovies, mustard and herbs to create a savory mixture to spread on bred.
• Mascarpone can be enjoyed as is, sprinkled with sugar, cocoa, finely ground coffee beans or grate chocolate.
• Mascarpone mixes well with strawberries and raspberries for a light summery dessert.