The cottage cheese should be the small curd kind at room temperature. * You can use up to an extra quarter cup of flour in this recipe depending on the weather. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ++++++++++++++ ++++ Sprinkle the yeast over the warm water and let stand 5 minutes. Gently stir to completely dissolve. With an electric mixer, blend the softened yeast into the cottage cheese, sugar, salt and egg. Add the flour in half cup portions to form a stiff but light dough and let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk. Butter a 1.5 quart casserole dish and stir the dough down, then add 1 cup of the grated cheddar cheese. Turn into the buttered dish. Let rise 30 to 40 minutes longer or until almost doubled in size. Preheat the oven to 180ºC . and bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until golden brown. Brush the top with butter. ----