Caramel Cheesecake Bars

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   Heat oven to 350F.

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   Line 13x9-inch pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides; spray with cooking spray.

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   Combine wafer crumbs, 1/2 cup nuts and butter; press onto bottom of prepared pan.

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   Refrigerate until ready to use.

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   Microwave caramels and cream in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 to 3 min.

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   or until caramels are completely melted, stirring after each minute; pour over crust.

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   Beat cream cheese and sugar in large bowl with mixer until blended.

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   Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each just until blended.

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   Pour over crust; sprinkle with remaining nuts.

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    Bake 30 to 35 min.

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    or until center is almost set.

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    Cool.

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    Refrigerate 4 hours.

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    Use foil handles to remove dessert from pan before cutting into bars.

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