Cheese Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Combine cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar and softened butter. Press firmly in bottom and sides of a 9-inch spring-form pan.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, beat cheese until soft and smooth.
3. 3
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition.
4. 4
   Gradually add 1 cup sugar, mixing well.
5. 5
   Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla.
6. 6
   Pour carefully into spring-form pan.
7. 7
   Bake at 300° for 1 1/4 hours or until knife inserted comes out clean.
8. 8
   Let cool for 10 minutes.