Oreo Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   Reserve 6 cookies for garnish.
2. 2
   Finely crush half the remaining cookies.
3. 3
   Coarsely chop remaining half of cookies; set aside.
4. 4
   Mix finely crushed cookies and butter in bowl.
5. 5
   Press firmly on bottom and 1 1/2 inches up on the sides of a 9-inch springform pan; set aside.
6. 6
   Beat cream cheese and sugar in large bowl with electric mixer at medium speed until creamy.
7. 7
   Beat in eggs, sour cream and vanilla; fold in coarsely chopped cookies.
8. 8
   Spread mixture into prepared crust.
9. 9
   Bake at 350 for 50-60 minutes or until set.
10. 10
    Cool at room temperature for 1 hour.
11. 11
    Refrigerate at least 4 hours.
12. 12
    Remove side of pan.
13. 13
    Halve reserved cookies.
14. 14
    Garnish cheesecake with the cookie halves, cherries and mint.