1/2 lb. butter
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
6 c. flour
1 1/4 lbs. cottage cheese
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. almond extract
1 1/2 c. raisins and nut spices

Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs and cottage cheese, then dry ingredients (sifted together) and almond extract. Knead on floured board with nuts and fruits.

Form loaves (makes two large loaves). Place on greased cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes. While still hot spread with melted butter and powdered sugar. Freezes well!