Rum raisin cheesecake# 2

 
                         RUM RAISIN CHEESECAKE # 2
 
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 Serving Size  : 12   Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Cheesecakes
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
 --------  ------------  --------------------------------
      1/2   c            Graham cracker crumbs
      1/2   c            Granulated sugar
      1/2   c            Margarine, melted
                         Batter:
    1       pt           Water
    1       c            Raisins
    2       lb           Cream cheese
      1/2   c            Granulated sugar
    3       tb           White rum
    1       t            Dark vanilla
    1       t            Salt
    4                    Eggs
    1                    Egg yolk
                         Topping:
    1       pt           Sour cream
      1/4   c            Granulated sugar
    1       t            White rum.
 
   Crust:
   
   Crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar and melted
   margarine until well blended. Press evenly into a 10"
   cake pan.
   
   Batter: Plump raisins in water. Soften cream cheese
   and sugar and mix with a paddle until softened. Add
   rum, vanilla and salt. Mix well. Add eggs one at a
   time, and the egg yolk, mixing on low speed until
   blended through. Drain and add raisins and mix on low
   speed until just incorporated. Bake at 350 degrees for
   40-45 minutes. Remove and let cool.
   
   Topping: Combine sour cream, sugar and rum. Spread
   over cheesecake and chill for service.  Serves 12
   
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   section Pittsburgh
   
   (412) 963-8717
  
 
 
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