Ingredients:
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar, plus
4 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup chilled mascarpone cheese
1/2 cup chilled whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 pints strawberries, hulled, halved
Directions:
Combine vinegar, 2 teaspoons sugar, and lemon juice in heavy small saucepan.
Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
Boil until syrup is reduced to scant 1/4 cup, about 3 minutes.
Transfer to small bowl; cool completely.
(Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Combine mascarpone, cream, vanilla, and 2 tablespoons sugar in medium bowl.
Whisk until thick soft peaks form.
Cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours.
Combine berries and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in large bowl; drizzle with balsamic syrup and toss to blend.
Let stand 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Divide berries and syrup among 6 goblets.
Top with mascarpone mixture.
Servings: 6
Time preparation: 60 min.
Time total: 65 min.