Chocolate Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   Reserve 1 cup dry cake mix.
2. 2
   In large bowl, combine remaining mix, 1 egg and oil; mix well.
3. 3
   Will be crumbly.
4. 4
   Press mixture into bottom and up the sides of greased 13 x 9-inch pan.
5. 5
   In separate bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, 3 eggs and reserved cake mix.
6. 6
   Beat 1 minute at medium speed.
7. 7
   At low speed, slowly add milk and vanilla; mix until smooth.
8. 8
   Pour into crust.
9. 9
   Bake at 300° for 55 to 65 minutes, or until center is firm.
10. 10
    Cool; cover with Cool Whip.
11. 11
    Decorate with chocolate shavings, cherries, etc.