EASTER PASCHA - A GREEK TRADITION

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At our Russian Orthodox church in Boston many Greek's came to celebrate as they did not have a Greek church in the small town we lived in. They preferred this versian of Pascha to the traditional Russian style (it IS absolutely wonderful with the sweet Polish bread!)

Provided by sassafrasnanc

Categories     Russian

Time 15m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 lb unsalted butter, softened
8 ounces sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup golden raisin
1/8 cup blanched slivered almond

Steps:

  • Place cream cheese, butter in mixing bowl and whip until smooth.
  • Add powdered sugar and mix at low speed until well blended.
  • Add vanilla extra and mix well.
  • Fold sour cream into mixture.
  • Place in decorative bowl(s) and refrigerate over night.
  • Decorate with raisins, nuts and any other edible fruit that you choose.
  • Traditional this Easter dish is decorated with a cross or other Christian symbols.
  • Serve with sweet bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.7, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 14.9, Cholesterol 67.1, Sodium 108.8, Carbohydrate 9.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 7.1, Protein 3.3

Emaan
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This bread was amazing! It was so easy to make, and it turned out perfect. The flavor was incredible, and it was the perfect addition to our Easter dinner. I will definitely be making this bread again.


Melodie Hartsock
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I've tried many Pascha bread recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The bread is always light and fluffy, with a perfect golden crust. I love that this recipe uses a combination of all-purpose flour and semolina flour, which gives t


Isaiah Joseph
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This recipe is a keeper! The Pascha bread was delicious, and it was a hit with my family and friends. I especially loved the orange zest in the bread; it gave it a wonderful citrus flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is loo


Raiane Santos
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This is the first time I've ever made Pascha bread, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the bread baked up beautifully. I was especially impressed with the flavor of the bread; it was light and fluffy, with a hint of sw


Subodh Chapagain
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My family has been making Pascha bread for generations, and this recipe is the best I've ever tried. The bread is always light and fluffy, with a perfect golden crust. I love that this recipe uses a sourdough starter, which gives the bread a deliciou