Chef Hang Outs w/Chef Scotty A grounding dessert featuring fire-kissed nectarines, whipped honey-lavender mascarpone, and a sprinkle of activated charcoal sea salt.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mascarpone, 2 tablespoons of honey, crushed lavender, and vanilla bean paste until light and airy. Set aside to let the frequencies harmonize.
Room temperature mascarpone whisks much smoother.
In another tiny vessel, mix the remaining 1 tablespoon of honey with the activated charcoal powder until you have a deep, midnight-black syrup.
A little charcoal goes a long way for color and grounding energy.
Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter and let it brown slightly until it smells nutty.
The brown butter adds a toasted dimension to the fruit.
Place nectarines cut-side down in the skillet. Sear without moving them for 4-5 minutes until a deep golden-char crust forms.
Resist the urge to peek; the crust is where the magic happens.
Flip the nectarines briefly for 1 minute just to warm the skin side, then remove from heat.
We want the centers tender but still holding their shape.
Plate two nectarine halves per person. Dollop a generous cloud of lavender mascarpone in the center of each. Drizzle with the midnight honey and scatter pistachios and charcoal salt over the top.
Serve immediately while the fruit is warm and the cream is cool.
This dessert is about the alchemy of temperature and texture. The charcoal-infused honey adds a grounding, earthy note to the bright, ethereal nectarine. Ensure your cast iron is screaming hot before the fruit hits the surface to achieve that deep, caramelized frequency without turning the fruit to mush.
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