Crepes with Vanilla-Poached Apricots and Mascarpone Cream - Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia

Ingredients

• 16 ounces dried apricots (2 cups)
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 2 vanilla beans, split and scraped
• 1 cup milk, 1/4 cup warmed to 110° F
• 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 large eggs
• 4 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup mascarpone cheese (8 ounces)
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest