1 1/2 c. graham cracker crumbs
3 tbsp. sugar
3 tbsp. melted butter
3 (8 oz.) cream cheese
3/4 c. firmly packed brown sugar
2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
3 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 c. finely chopped pecans

Combine first 3 ingredients, mix well. Press mixture into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.

Beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually add brown sugar and flour; mix well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla and pecans. Pour into prepared pan. Bake for 40-45 minutes.

Let stand at room temperature on a wire rack. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of spring pan; top with whipping cream and garnish with pecan halves.