Strawberry Bruschetta

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"Astoundingly good for minimal effort, this makes an indulgent weekend breakfast or anyday dessert. A judicious smear of mascarpone (half the fat of butter) is part of the luxury, but even lighter low-fat cream cheese will work as well. The real secret is warming the berries just enough to make the flavor bloom and transform their juices into a rosy syrup. Make Ahead Tip: Prepare the sauce (Step 2), cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month. To reheat, microwave on high for about 1 minute (defrost first, if necessary)...."

INGREDIENTS
4 thick slices  whole-wheat bread
6 tablespoons  light brown sugar
1 teaspoon  grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons  lemon juice
3 cups  sliced or diced hulled strawberries
4 tablespoons  mascarpone (Italian cream cheese)
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