Mascarpone is a fresh cheese and the Italians' answer to creme fraîche. However, mascarpone has a slightly firmer texture and a slightly sweeter taste than creme fraîche. Galbani Mascarpone is particularly suitable in sauces, for baking, in pasta dishes and desserts, where Tiramisu is the most popular and well-known of them. Mix a little grated lemon peel and garlic into the mascarpone, and serve with good bread.