The brewing is either done slowly by drip or filter, French press or cafetiÃ¨re, percolator, etc., or done very quickly under pressure by espresso machine, where the coffee is termed espressoâslow-brewed coffees are generally regarded simply as coffee.
Mascarpone Cheese Substitute. For 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, substitute 8 ounces regular cream cheese. Cream Cheese Substitute. For 8 ounces cream cheese, substitute 8 ounces ricotta cheese or Neufchatel cheese.
The process is so simple you can even make your own mascarpone cheese at home. Mascarpone should have a very smooth texture with no lumps or graininess. The flavor should be milky and slightly sweet, sometimes with a tangy finish. The rich, buttery flavor comes from the fact that mascarpone has a high butterfat content.