Russian cheese babka

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2packs(8oz) cream cheese soft
1teaspoonVanilla extract
½cupButter
cupChopped red candied cherries
1cupLg. curd cream style cottage
¼cupGolden raisins
Cheese
2tablespoonsDiced candied pineapple
½cupSugar
¼cupToasted almonds (optional)
1tablespoonFine shredded orange peel
1tablespoon\" \" lemon peel

Directions

Combine first 7 ingredients, beat until smooth. Mix in remaining ingredients. With a moistened piece of cheescloth line a clean flower pot whole. Put in mix and put on a rack to drain in refrigerator overnight or longer. Unmold and garnish with candied cherries.

Shared By: Pat Stockett

Submitted By BOBBI ZEE On 02-19-95