PIE:

1 (9 inch) baked graham cracker crust in a microwavable pie plate
1 1/2 (8 oz.) pkg. light cream cheese
17 packets Equal with NutraSweet
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla extract

TOPPING:

2 c. whole frozen unsweetened strawberries, thawed
12 packets of Equal with NutraSweet
Some water, and save the berry juice when you drain
1 tbsp. cornstarch
2 tsp. lemon juice

All cooking is done in a microwave. Unwrap cream cheese and place in a 1 1/2 quart bowl. Microwave on low (10%) for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, or until softened. Take one packet of Equal and set aside for later. Take the remaining 16 packets and add them to the cheese, along with the eggs and vanilla. Beat with electric mixer on high speed until smooth. Microwave until thoroughly heated, stirring frequently and then pour into 9 inch pie crust. Microwave on medium (50%) for 5 to 7 minutes. Remove cheesecake when a knife inserted off-center comes out clean. Otherwise, continue microwaving it on medium low (30%) 1 minute or until done. (Do not overbake). Sprinkle remaining packet of Equal on top of cheesecake. Drain berries, add water to berry juice making 1 cup. Combine all topping ingredients except berries in a quart glass measure. Microwave on High (100%), covered until thick, 3 to 4 minutes, stirring every minute. Add berries and heat. Berries should remain whole. Either pour over cheesecake and refrigerate or pour over individual servings. D-Zerta sugar free whipped topping is also good with this. Serves 16.