Recipe - Fresh Berries & Cream

Fresh Berries & Cream

Pair with Villa Bellangelo - Bella Fresca, Gibson Vineyard Riesling

Yield: 4 Servings

Here in the Finger Lakes, the City of Geneva is known as the "Lake Trout Capital of the World." Our 2011 Dry Riesling will serve as a magnificent complement to this locally caught fresh fish. Enjoy!

Ingredients

3-4 cups assorted fresh berries
2 tablespoons granulated white sugar, or to taste
4 (1 lb) pan dressed trout
Cream Preparation
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons confectioners' (icing or powdered) sugar, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Directions

Place all the berries (cut the strawberries into pieces if they are too large) in a large bowl and sprinkle with the sugar. Stir to combine and leave to macerate for about 30 minutes.
In bowl of your electric mixer (or with a hand mixer or wire whisk) beat the mascarpone, heavy whipping cream, confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract just until soft peaks form.
Take four wine and layer the berries with the cream. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint, if desired.
The parfaits can be made several hours before serving. Cover and store in the refrigerator.

Inspired by: http://www.joyofbaking.com/BerryParfait.html#ixzz2VATEVTYe