Now, before you start thinking, "But wait, isn't Cream Cheese just for bagels and cream cheese frosting?" Well, yes and no. While it's true that Cream Cheese is amazing on a toasted bagel, it's also a fantastic substitute for Mascarpone in many recipes. And the best part? It's usually way easier to find in your local grocery store.
So, how do you make the substitution? Well, it's quite simple really. Just use 1/2 cup of Cream Cheese for every 1/2 cup of Mascarpone called for in the recipe. And, if you want to get really fancy, you can add a pinch of salt and a tablespoon of sour cream to give it that extra oomph.
