1 1/2 c. graham cracker crumbs
1/2 c. (1 stick) melted butter
3 tbsp. sugar
3 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
1 c. sugar
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, melted and cooled

Combine first 3 ingredients. Press mixture over bottom and 1/2 to 3/4 inch up sides of a 9-inch springform pan.

Beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla and melted butter until thoroughly mixed. Pour over prepared crust in springform pan and bake in center of a 350 degree oven for 50-60 minutes.

Center should wiggle a bit when done, but will firm up when chilled. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.

Serves 12. Keep cold.