Cream Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   In bowl, combine crumbs, margarine and 1/4 cup sugar.
2. 2
   Press on bottom and 1 1/2-inch up sides of an 8 or 9-inch spring-form pan.
3. 3
   Set aside.
4. 4
   In bowl, with electric mixer at high speed, beat cream cheese, remaining sugar and vanilla until creamy.
5. 5
   Beat in eggs, one at a time.
6. 6
   Blend in sour cream.
7. 7
   Spread in prepared pan.
8. 8
   Bake at 350° for 60 to 70 minutes or until center is set. Turn off oven, leaving door slightly ajar.
9. 9
   Leave cheesecake in oven for 1 hour.
10. 10
    Remove from oven; cool completely.
11. 11
    Chill in refrigerator for 4 hours or overnight.
12. 12
    Remove sides of pan.
13. 13
    Top with favorite pie filling such as cherry, blueberry or pineapple.