"This recipe for Russian torte which is popular amongst the Balkans is made with apricot filling, walnuts, and meringue...."
INGREDIENTS
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Pastry Dough:
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1 package yeast (active dry)
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1/4 cup water (warm)
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1/2 cup sour cream (room temperature)
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12 ounces butter (soft)
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4 large egg yolks (save the whites)
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4 cups flour (all-purpose)
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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Nut Filling:
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16 ounces walnuts (ground, not chopped)
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3/4 cup sugar
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2 teaspoons cinnamon
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Apricot Filling:
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24 ounces apricot filling
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Meringue:
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4 large egg whites
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1/2 cup sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract