Cheesecake Praline Squares

Directions

1. 1
   In a bowl, combine the flour, butter, pecans and confectioners' sugar.
2. 2
   Press into an ungreased 13-in.
3. 3
   x 9-in.
4. 4
   x 2-in.
5. 5
   baking dish.
6. 6
   Bake at 350 for 20-24 minutes or until lightly browned.
7. 7
   Cool on a wire rack.
8. 8
   In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
9. 9
   Add the milk, vanilla and lemon peel.
10. 10
    Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined.
11. 11
    Pour over crust.
12. 12
    Bake at 350 for 35-40 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
13. 13
    Cool on a wire rack.
14. 14
    In a saucepan, combine brown sugar and cream.
15. 15
    Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil.
16. 16
    Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
17. 17
    Remove from the heat; stir in pecans and vanilla.
18. 18
    Pour over cheesecake.
19. 19
    Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
20. 20
    Cut into squares.