Frankenstein Savory Coeur à la Crème

Lining a savory coeur à la crème mold with cheesecloth and then peeling it off of the set, chilled, and creamy mixture of  mascarpone, ricotta, and parmesan cheese makes me think -- in a strange way! -- of Dr. Frankenstein removing the bandages from his monster's ill-fated intended bride in the James Whale 1935 classic film The Bride of Frankenstein, which makes it a perfectly appropriate Valentine's dish to honor this spooky couple that was not quite meant to be. Paired with Valley Lahvosh Baking Co. heart-shaped crackers, homemade heart-shaped pumpernickel toasts, and red jalapeño pepper jelly, this simple yet beautiful savory appetizer is a perfect way to satisfy the cravings of any guest or "friend."

Dress: Pinup Couture Ava Dress in Red
Lips: Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick in America Doll
Brows: Anastasia Beverly Hills DIPBROWˆ Pomade in Auburn