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Ukrainian Cheesecake
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 1 hr
Total: 1 hr 15 min
Yield: 1 cake
Ingredients
Amount
Ingredient
Preparation
Crust
1 x shortbread pie crust
Cheesecake
2 cups cottage cheese
3 large eggs large, separated
1/2 cup sugar granulated
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon lemon zest grated
1/2 cup walnuts chopped, optional
DirectionsPreheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Press the cottage cheese through a
sieve and drain. In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks until light an
foamy, then add the sugar slowly, continuing to beat until very light and
smooth. Add the cottage cheese to the egg mixture, blending well, then
add the sour cream, cornstarch, lemon rind, and walnuts (if desired). Stir
until all ingredients are well blended and the mixture is smooth. In another
large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until they form soft peaks, then gently
fold them into the batter. Pour the mixture into the prepared crust and bake
for about 1 hour.. Cool to room temperature before serving.
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Rhonda G in Missouri
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