Pumpkin Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   Butter sides and bottom of 9-inch spring-form pan.
2. 2
   Sprinkle with crumbs; shake to coat.
3. 3
   Beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually add sugar.
4. 4
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well.
5. 5
   Beat in remaining ingredients and pour into pan.
6. 6
   Bake 1 1/2 hours at 325°, until firm around edges and soft in center.
7. 7
   Turn off oven. Open door and let cake cool 30 minutes in oven.
8. 8
   Cool completely on wire rack.
9. 9
   Top of cake will crack when cooling.