Ukrainian Cheesecake

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Title: UKRAINIAN CHEESECAKE
Categories: Cakes, Cheese, Desserts
Yield: 10 servings

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Shortbread; See Recipe # 22

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2 c Cottage Cheese
3 Eggs; Large, Separated
1/2 c Sugar; Granulated
1/2 c Sour Cream
2 ts Cornstarch
1 ts Lemon Peel; Grated
1/2 c Walnuts; Chopped, (Optional)

Preheat 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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