Chocolate Covered Cheese Treats: A Russian Delight

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   ["In a food processor, combine the cheeses, sugar, and egg yolks, and process until completely smooth.", "Transfer to a bowl and stir in the lemon zest, lemon extract and lemon juice.", "Wrap the mixture in a double thickness of damp cheesecloth and place in a colander set over a bowl. Fold the ends ofthe cheesecloth over the top; Place a small plate on the cheesecloth and put a 2 pound weight (like a can) on the plate.", "Refrigerate overnight.", "Unwrap the cheese mixture and roll into 1- 1/2"" balls.", "Place the balls on a plate, and freeze to firm up, about 30 minutes.", "Meanwhile, melt the chocolate and shortening in a heavy saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly. Allow the chocolate to cool to lukewarm.", "Remove the cheeseballs fromthe freezer.", "Insert a toothpick into the center of one ball and dip it into the chocolate, coating completely, and allowing the excess to drip back into the pan.", "Place on a wax paper-covered plate, and remove the toothpick; dab a small amount of chocolate over the toothpick hole.", "Repeat with the rest of the cheeseballs.", "Refrigerate until the chocolate sets."]

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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