1 1/2 c. finely crushed creme filled Oreo cookies (about 18)
2-3 tbsp. butter, melted
3 (8 oz.) pkgs. cream cheese, softened
1 (14 oz.) can condensed milk (not evaporated)
3 eggs
1/2 - 1 tsp. peppermint extract
1/8 - 1/4 tsp. green food coloring, optional
1 c. mini chocolate chips
1 tsp. flour

Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Combine cookie crumbs and butter. Press firmly on bottom of 9-inch springform pan.

In large mixer bowl beat cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Add eggs, peppermint, and food coloring; mix well. In small bowl, toss 1/2 chips with flour to coat; stir into cheese mixture.

Pour into prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup chips evenly over top. Bake 1 hour or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Cool to room temperature. Chill thoroughly. Garnish as desired. Refrigerate leftovers.