I tried something similar today with the mascarpone
I had an 8oz container and thought I would use it instead of cream cheese but I wasnt crazy about the texture... it was kinda greasy tasting to me which surprised me, because Ive always loved stuff made with it.

I added some lemon zest a drop of vanilla and pistachio nuts to it instead of pecans and thought it was pretty good.

Its so rich and cramy I couldnt eat more than 2 bites worth but its in my fridge and I may use it as a filling for something.... maybe use a spoon of it as a filling for mock danish.

Its so ric