Watermelon and Mascarpone Parfaits

• 5 1/2 cups diced (1 inch) watermelon
• 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
• 3 tablespoons minced mint, plus whole mint leaves, for garnish
• 1 1/4 cups mascarpone (about 9 1/2 ounces), at room temperature
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
• 1 1/4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• Lime slices, for garnish

1. In a bowl, combine the watermelon, lime zest and minced mint.
2. Refrigerate until chilled.
3. In a bowl, combine the mascarpone, cream, sugar, lime juice and vanilla.
4. Using an electric mixer, beat at low speed until fluffy.
5. Do not overbeat.
6. Spoon one-third of the watermelon into Champagne flutes or wineglasses and top with half of the mascarpone.
7. Add another layer of watermelon and mascarpone.
8. Top with a final layer of watermelon, garnish with mint leaves and lime slices and serve.

watermelon, lime zest, mint, mascarpone, heavy cream, sugar, lime juice, vanilla

Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/watermelon-and-mascarpone-parfaits (may not work)