Italian Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   Mix Ricotta cheese, almonds, citron, orange peel, cherries and vanilla.
2. 2
   Combine eggs and sugar, then add to cheese mixture, stirring until blended.
3. 3
   Roll 2/3 of dough between 2 floured sheets of waxed paper in a circle to fit a 9-inch loose-bottom cake pan or 10-inch pie plate.
4. 4
   Fit rolled dough in pan.
5. 5
   Fill with cheese mixture.
6. 6
   Roll remaining dough; cut into 1/2-inch strips.
7. 7
   Arrange strips in lattice pattern on top of filling; crimp edges.
8. 8
   Bake at 350° for 45 minutes, or until lightly browned and crust is golden.
9. 9
   Cool.
10. 10
    Serves 6 to 8.