Amaretto Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   Combine nuts, graham cracker crumbs, 2 tbsp.
2. 2
   sugar, cinnamon and butter and mix well.
3. 3
   Firmly press mixture into bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of 9 inch spring form pan.
4. 4
   Beat cream cheese until light and fluffy.
5. 5
   Gradually add 1 cup sugar mixing well.
6. 6
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
7. 7
   Stir in 1/3 cup amaretto and pour into pan.
8. 8
   Bake at 375 for 45 to 50 minutes or until set.
9. 9
   Combine sour cream, 1 tbsp.
10. 10
    plus 1 tsp.
11. 11
    sugar and 1 tbsp.
12. 12
    amaretto.
13. 13
    Stir well and spoon over cheesecake.
14. 14
    Bake at 500F for 5 minutes.
15. 15
    Let cool to room temperature and refrigerate 24 to 48 hours.
16. 16
    Before serving, garnish with almonds and grated chocolate.