Cheese Cake

1. 1

   Combine first 3 ingredients and press into a buttered spring-form pan.

2. 2

   Bake in 350u00b0 oven for 6 to 8 minutes.

3. 3

   Remove from oven; cool slightly.

4. 4

   Beat only egg yolks until bubbly.

5. 5

   Add softened cream cheese and mix on low until blended.

6. 6

   Add sour cream; mix well.

7. 7

   Gradually add sugar and mix until dissolved.

8. 8

   Add vanilla.

9. 9

   In a separate bowl beat egg whites until very stiff; add to cheese mixture.

10. 10

    Mix on low.

11. 11

    Pour into prepared pan.

12. 12

    Bake at 375u00b0 for 45 minutes, then reduce to 275u00b0 for 15 minutes.

13. 13

    Cool; cover.

14. 14

    Refrigerate overnight (approximately 8 hours).

15. 15

    The top should be a very dark golden brown and may crack (this is normal).

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