Chocolate mascarpone

Chocolate pasta with Mascarpone-Vanilla Cream and Fruit

• 1 c. fresh fruit of choice
• 2 tsp. sugar
• 1/2 c. heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 c. mascarpone
• 1/4 c. sugar
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
•  Any style of Chocolate pasta will work (Check out our store for Chocolate pastas)

Direction:

1. In a small bowl, toss fruit and sugar. Let macerate while you prepare the rest of the recipe. 
2. Mascarpone-vanilla cream:  In a medium sized mixing bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream, mascarpone, and sugar just until stiff peaks form.  Add vanilla and mix until just blended.  Use immediately or store in the fridge, covered, for up to 2 days, bringing to room temperature before using. 
3. Cook pasta as per the recipe’s directions.  Let cool. 
4. Plate the pasta and top with a heaping spoonful of Mascarpone-Vanilla cream and the macerated fruit with its juice.  
5. Optional toppings: Toasted almonds, a few leaves of fresh mint, and a pinch of flakey sea salt.