*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                         Refrigerator Cheesecake

Recipe By     : Key Gourmet CD Rom
Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Cheesecakes

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2      cups          crushed graham crackers
   4      tablespoons   sugar
     1/2  cup           melted butter
   1      teaspoon      cinnamon
                        ---filling---
   1      cup           sugar
     1/8  teaspoon      salt
   3                    eggs -- separated
     1/2  cup           lemon juice
   4      tablespoons   cornstarch
   1      pound         cottage cheese
                        grated rind of 1 lemon
     1/2  teaspoon      vanilla

1.  Mix together crushed graham crackers, sugar, melted butter and cinnamon. Pr
ess on the bottom and sides of a 10 inch springform pan.

 2.  Combine the sugar, salt and egg yolks and beat until light.

 3.  Mix together the lemon juice and cornstarch.  Add to the egg mixture.

 4.  Add the cheese and cook in the top of a double boiler over simmering water
 until thick, stirring constantly.  Remove from heat and cool.

 5.  Add the lemon rind and vanilla; mix well.

 6.  Beat the egg whites until stiff and gently fold into the mixture.

 7.  Pour into the crust and place in the refrigerator until firm.  Serves 8-10
.

busted by sooz

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