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Ingredients

• 2 cups crushed digestive biscuits or shortbread
• 6 tbsp melted butter
• 2 lb farmer's cheese or twaróg, pressed dry
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1/2 cup raisins, tossed in flour (optional)

Instructions

1. 1Mix crushed biscuits with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan.
2. 2Beat the farmer's cheese with sugar until smooth.
3. 3Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream, cornstarch, vanilla, and lemon zest.
4. 4Fold in the raisins if using, then pour the filling over the crust.
5. 5Bake at 325°F for 55-60 minutes until just set with a slight jiggle in the center.
6. 6Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door ajar to prevent cracking.
7. 7Chill at least 4 hours before slicing.

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