CRUST:

3 c. graham cracker crumbs
3/4 c. butter, melted
2 tbsp. sugar

Melt together butter and sugar; stir into graham cracker crumbs. Mix well. Pat into 9x13 inch dish; set aside.

FILLING:

2 (8 oz.) pkgs. cream cheese
1 lb. pkg. powdered sugar
1 (12 oz.) Cool Whip
2 tbsp. vanilla
2 lb. cans cherry pie filling

Cream cream cheese until light. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat until creamy and well mixed. Stir in Cool Whip thoroughly. Pour on top of graham cracker crust and top with cherry pie filling.