Caramel PecanTurtle Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   Combine crumbs and butter and press onto bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
2. 2
   Bake 10 minutes at 350F (180C).
3. 3
   Melt caramels in milk in heavy 1 1/2 quart saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently until smooth.
4. 4
   Pour over crust.
5. 5
   Top with pecans.
6. 6
   Combine cream cheese, sugar and vanilla.
7. 7
   Mix at medium speed with electric mixer until well-blended.
8. 8
   Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each.
9. 9
   Blend in chocolate.
10. 10
    Pour over pecans.
11. 11
    Bake at 350F (180C) F for 40 minutes.
12. 12
    Loosen cake from rim of pan.
13. 13
    Chill.
14. 14
    Garnish with whipped cream, additional chopped nuts and maraschino cherries if desired.