and rice mixture. I think that dried
apricots would be good instead of
the figs – and if you like you can
spread a thin layer of apricot jam
at the bottom of the tin before
adding the mixture. The jam gives
a decorative appearance when the
cake is turned out.
FROMAGE BLANC AUX RAISINS SECS
½ lb of unsalted cream cheese (either
home made or the French Isigny or
Chambourcy), a few muscatel raisins, a
small glass of brandy, sugar, lemon
peel, a little cinnamon.
Soak the raisins in water for an
hour or two, then simmer them for
10 minutes, adding the brandy (or