Mascarpone is a delectable cream cheese with a velvety consistency, and is available at Woolworths. It's ideal in pasta sauces, or served with fresh fruit.

Use it to make our Kahlua-drenched tiramisu topped with delicate chocolate shavings.

TRY THESE RECIPES USING MASCARPONE:

Charred figs and mascarpone

Chocolate figs with mascarpone and sugared violets

Vanilla pastry cups with mascarpone and blueberries