Poached Damsons with Whipped Mascarpone
A fresh, summery dessert that is the perfect after-dinner treat
COOKING TIME
20
MINUTES
Ingredients
500g damsons, destoned and cut in half
200mls ruby port
50mls honey
the zest and juice of 2 oranges
about 5 cardamom pods, lightly crushed
for the whipped mascarpone:
150mls cream
110g mascarpone
1 tbs honey
1 tsp vanilla
Method
Place all of the ingredients for the damsons into a heavy-based saucepan and gently bring to a simmer. The damsons should soften but not lose their shape.
Set aside to cool. You can remove the cardamom pods.
Whip the cream until it forms stiff peaks. Add the mascarpone, vanilla, and the honey and continue to whisk until it is light and fluffy. Serve with the damsons.
