Basic Crumb Crust
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tablespoons melted butter
1/4 cup granulated sugar
Press into 9 inch springform. Bake at 350 for 10 minutes or chill in freezer for 10 minutes.
Cheesecake
1 pound cream cheese (let it get to room temperature so it mixes up better)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating thoroughly after each.
Add the lemon rind and vanilla, then mix briefly.
Pour the mixture into the prepared crust and bake for about 55 minutes, or until center is firm to the touch. Remove the cake from the oven. Adjust the oven temperature to 450 degrees.
Sour-Cream Topping
1 cup sour cream
2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Prepare the sour-cream topping by gently stirring together the sour cream, sugar, and vanilla. Spread this mixture over the top of the cake.
Place the cake back in the oven and bake for 8 to 10 additional minutes, or until the topping has set. Remove the cake from the oven and cool to room temperature. Chill until ready to serve.
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