Czech Kolache

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup warm water
• 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm milk (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup melted shortening
• 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 egg yolks
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup raisins
• 2 cups cottage cheese