Classic Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 325f if using a silver 9-inch springform pan (or to 300f if using a dark nonstick springform pan).
2. 2
   Beat cream cheese, 1 cup sugar and vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
3. 3
   Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition just until blended.
4. 4
   Pour over crust.
5. 5
   Bake 55 minutes or until center is almost set.
6. 6
   Loosen cake from side of pan; cool before removing side of pan.
7. 7
   Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
8. 8
   Store leftover cheesecake in refrigerator.