Ingredients

  • 2 cups sifted flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 12 cup sugar
  • 12 cup butter
  • 1 -2 tablespoon brandy or 1 -2 tablespoon rum
  • 1 12 lbs cream cheese, room temperature
  • 6 large eggs, separated
  • 1 13 cups sugar
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 34 cups sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 12 teaspoons vanilla

Method

  • Combine all ingredients and work into a smooth paste.
  • Chill one hour.
  • Then fit into bottom and sides of a 91/2 springform pan.
  • Chill while making filling.
  • Directions:.
  • Combine cheese and egg yolks.
  • Beat with electric mixer till perfectly smooth.
  • Then, add while continuing to beat, 1 C sugar, the flour, sour cream and flavorings.
  • Beat till light and smooth.
  • Then whip the egg whites with the remaining 1/3 C sugar till soft peaks form.
  • Fold whites into cheese mixture and pour into the prepared pan.
  • Bake at 325 for 70 - 75 minutes.
  • Turn off heat and let cool in oven with the door ajar.
  • Note: I have also baked this in a bain marie or water bath but have not noticed much difference.