CHERRY TOPPED CHEESE CAKE 
2 c. graham cracker crumbs
1/4 c. chopped nuts
1/2 c. butter, melted
3 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
5 eggs
3 tbsp. lemon juice
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 can pie filling (cherry)

Mix graham cracker crumbs, butter and nuts in a 13 x 9 x 2 inch pan. Press firmly into bottom of pan.

Beat cream cheese and sugar together until fluffy; add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in lemon juice. Pour cheese mix over crumbs and bake in moderate oven, 350 degrees, until it is set in the center; about 45 minutes. Cool, spread pie filling over top; refrigerate until ready to serve. Serves about 15-18.

 

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