I have been unable to find mascarpone cheese in my area and found this recipe. Thought others may have the same problem and hope this helps. I don't knwo what the real thing is suppose to taste like but this is wonderful.

http://www.food.com/recipe/Mascarpone-Cheese-Substitute-66077

Thank you!

It's not that I can't find it, I just can't find it at a price I'm willing to pay for it.

Theresa

No kidding. I have a great tiramisu recipe, but who wants to pay for the mascarpone? Thanks for the recipe! Have you tried it yet? If so, how does it compare?

I found a 'recipe' to make it that uses whip cream and lemon juice boiled together, then you let it sit over night to thicken up. I was going to make it at Thanksgiving for a cheese cake idea I had, but I wasn't able too yet.

http://www.bakingobsession.com/2009/05/02/homemade-mascarpone-cheese/

I would be interested to know if this was close to the real deal.. guess I'll make some up and report back..