Here is a yummy desert. Cheesecake is one of my favorites.

1 3/4	lbs.	ricotta cheese
2	cups	granulated sugar
2	cups	chocolate chips
2	teaspoons	vanilla extract
1	lb.	diced orange and citron fruit
1	cup	confectionary sugar
1		pound sponge cake
5	tablespoons	maraschino liquor or a rum flavored liquid mix

• Beat ricotta cheese in a large bowl until smooth. Add sugar, chocolate chips, and 3/4 of the diced fruit and vanilla extract. Thoroughly mix by hand until all ingredients are well mixed and smooth.
• Slice sponge cake into three even layers. Place the first layer in a round bowl, 10 inches in diameter. Moisten the layer with the liquid mix then add a layer of cheese mixture, smoothing it down neatly with the blade of the knife.
• Repeat this process on the second layer. Cover with remaining slice of sponge cake. Moisten and chill for 3 to 4 hours or overnight. >li>To remove turn bowl upside down onto plate.Carefully lift off the bowl.
• Sprinkle the cake with confectioners sugar, decorate with reserved pieces of fruit and serve immediately.