Easter Pascha - a Greek Tradition

Ingredients

• 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 lb unsalted butter, softened
• 8 ounces sour cream
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup golden raisin
• 1/8 cup blanched slivered almond

Directions

1. 1

   Place cream cheese, butter in mixing bowl and whip until smooth.

2. 2

   Add powdered sugar and mix at low speed until well blended.

3. 3

   Add vanilla extra and mix well.

4. 4

   Fold sour cream into mixture.

5. 5

   Place in decorative bowl(s) and refrigerate over night.

6. 6

   Decorate with raisins, nuts and any other edible fruit that you choose.

7. 7

   Traditional this Easter dish is decorated with a cross or other Christian symbols.

8. 8

   Serve with sweet bread.