Instructions for an Oven

1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Butter a 9-by 5-inches loaf pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light, fluffy and pale yellow, about 8 to 10 minutes.
3. In another large bowl whisk Ricotta, orange zest and juice, baking soda, salt, sour cream and vanilla until very smooth and well combined.
4. Slowly add the egg and sugar mixture until fully incorporated; then mix in the farina.
5. Using a rubber spatula, fold in the orange peel, raisins and dried cranberries.
6. Spread the batter in the prepared loaf pan, place in the middle rack of the oven and bake for about 40-50 minutes, until the cake is golden brown and isn’t loose in the center.
7. When the cake is done, allow it to cool in the pan for about 20 minutes on a wire rack. Then run a paring knife around the edges and carefully invert to a serving platter. Serve with fresh and berries and powdered sugar if desired.

Instructions for the Instant Pot

1. Make the batter per instructions above.
2. Butter the cake insert and pour in the batter into the pan evenly.
3. Cover the pan with foil.
4. Place the trivet that comes with the Instant pot inside and add in 1.5 cups of water.
5. Place the pan with the batter into the Instant Pot.
6. Turn the Instant Pot to “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” on high for 35 minutes.  Allow for a natural release for 15 minutes.
7. The next step is crucial!!! Ensure that the zapekanka cheesecake chills for an hour in the fridge before cutting into it.  Then it will have the perfect texture.