If you're looking for a delicious and traditional Russian dessert to add to your recipe repertoire, look no further than pashka. This rich and creamy dish is typically served during Easter celebrations, but can be enjoyed all year round. With a base of farmer's cheese, sour cream, and butter, pashka is a decadent treat that is sure to impress your family and friends.
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Ingredients
For the cheese mixture:
1 pound of farmer's cheese
1 cup of sour cream
1 cup of butter, softened
1 cup of powdered sugar
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1 teaspoon of lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon of salt
For the fruit and nut mixture:
1/2 cup of golden raisins
1/2 cup of dried apricots, chopped
1/2 cup of slivered almonds
1/4 cup of candied orange peel, chopped
1/4 cup of candied lemon peel, chopped
1/4 cup of candied cherries, chopped
1/4 cup of dark rum
Instructions
Soak the raisins and dried apricots in the dark rum for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
Drain the soaked fruit and set aside.
In a large bowl, mix together the farmer's cheese, sour cream, softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and salt until well combined and smooth.
Fold in the soaked fruit, slivered almonds, and candied fruit until evenly distributed.
Line a pashka mold (or a small, round, metal colander) with cheesecloth.
Fill the mold with the cheese mixture, pressing it down firmly.
Wrap the cheesecloth over the top of the cheese mixture and place a weight on top (such as a can or heavy object).
Refrigerate the pashka for at least 8 hours, or overnight.
Remove the pashka from the mold and cheesecloth and place on a serving platter.
Garnish with additional candied fruit and nuts, if desired.
Serve with traditional Russian Easter bread, kulich, for a complete and delicious holiday spread.
Conclusion
Pashka is a beloved dessert in Russian cuisine, and for good reason. Its creamy texture and combination of sweet and tangy flavors make it a truly special treat. Enjoy this traditional recipe with your loved ones and create new memories around the table. Don't be afraid to experiment with different fruit and nut combinations, or even add a splash of your favorite liqueur for a unique twist. With this recipe, you'll be able to bring a taste of Russia to your own home.
