PASKHA - AN OLD RUSSIAN EASTER TRADITION
Sort of like a cheesecake this festive dish is an old tradition from Russia. The farmer's cheese can be purchased at any store that carries traditional Kosher foods. There are special molds that can be used to give it the traditional tower shape but it can also be molded in a regular kitchen colander or clay flower pots. You will need cheesecloth for this recipe. It is so beautiful when served with Kulich which is the traditional Russian Easter bread. ** Please note that the original recipe calls for 4 cups of sugar rather than 2 cups. We just don't care for too much sugar.**
Provided by sassafrasnanc
Categories Russian
Time 1h
Yield 30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Drain farmer's cheese of all moisture by placing cheesecloth in colander and weighting down with bricks or other heavy items. Drain overnight in refrigerator.
- Beat butter and 1 1/2 cups sugar until creamy.
- Whip 1/2 cup sugar with the 5 egg yolks until white.
- Add the insides of 2 vanilla beans to the egg yolk. (cut in half and scrape inside out.) Chop the outside of 1 vanilla bean as finely as possible and add to egg yolk mixture.
- Mix the butter-sugar mixture and the yolk mixture together. Add cheese and mix thoroughly.
- Whip the whipping cream until firm and fold into above.
- Line container of choice (wooden mold, clay flower pots or kitchen colander with damped cheesecloth.
- Fill mold with cheese mixture, wrapping excess cloth over top. Make sure to place plate to catch drips underneath mold.
- Refrigerate at least 6 days before you unmold the Paskha (I have never waited this long -- ) Paskha should be firm to touch in order to hold the shape well.
- Turn mold upside down onto decorative plate and gently pull the cheesecloth off.
- Decorate with candied fruits, nuts, raisins or any other edible item you choose. Traditional decorations includes Christian symbols such as crosses, etc. This dish is only served during the Easter season in Russia.
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BADAL Insaan
[email protected]This Paskha recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the results are incredible. The cottage cheese mixture is so smooth and creamy, and the dried fruits and nuts add a wonderful flavor. I can't wait to make this again!
Abubakr Malik
[email protected]This Paskha recipe is a delight! It's so easy to make and the results are amazing. The cottage cheese mixture is so smooth and creamy, and the dried fruits and nuts add a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this again!
Raihan Ak
[email protected]This Paskha recipe is a game-changer! It's so easy to make and the results are incredible. The cottage cheese mixture is so smooth and creamy, and the dried fruits and nuts add a wonderful flavor. I can't wait to make this again!
Clips Clips
[email protected]This Paskha recipe is a must-try! It's so easy to make and the results are amazing. The cottage cheese mixture is so smooth and creamy, and the dried fruits and nuts add a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this again and again!
Queen Gang
[email protected]This Paskha recipe is a winner! It's easy to make and always turns out perfect. The cottage cheese mixture is creamy and smooth, and the dried fruits and nuts add a wonderful flavor. I always get rave reviews when I bring this to potlucks.
Yasser Zaytoun
[email protected]This Paskha recipe is simply delicious! The cottage cheese mixture is so smooth and creamy, and the dried fruits and nuts add a wonderful flavor. I love that it's not too sweet, so it's perfect for a special occasion. I will definitely be making this
Guist Guist
[email protected]I made this Paskha recipe for my Easter brunch and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cottage cheese mixture was so creamy and smooth, and the dried fruits and nuts added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again next year!
Viktorija Goceva
[email protected]This Paskha recipe is a keeper! It's become a new Easter tradition in our family. The cottage cheese mixture is so smooth and creamy, and the dried fruits and nuts add a wonderful flavor. I love that it's not too sweet, so it's perfect for a special
Samaiah Alleyne
[email protected]I love this Paskha recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. The cottage cheese mixture is creamy and smooth, and the dried fruits and nuts add a nice touch of sweetness. I always get compliments when I bring this to potlucks.
Mohammad Amin Afridi
[email protected]This was my first time making Paskha and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I used a variety of dried fruits and nuts, and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again!
kayden crabbe
[email protected]I've made this Paskha recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love the combination of cottage cheese, dried fruits, and nuts. It's the perfect Easter treat!
Waqas Subhani Subhani
[email protected]This Paskha recipe is a true delight! The cottage cheese mixture was smooth and creamy, and the dried fruits and nuts added a wonderful burst of flavor. I followed the recipe exactly and the results were perfect. My family loved it!