Chocolate Lover's Cheesecake-Microwave

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   For Crust: Place margarine in the microwave pan.

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   Cook, uncovered, on HIGH for 45 to 60 seconds or until melted.

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   Stir in crushed chocolate wafers until all is moistened.

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   Press mixture firmly against bottom and sides of pan.

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   Cook, uncovered, on HIGH for 1- 1 1/2 minutes or until set, rotating pan a half-turn after 30 seconds.

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   For Filling: In medium mixing bowl combine cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, milk, and egg; beat with an electric mixer on medium speed just until smooth.

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   Stir in 2 oz.

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   melted chocolate and vanilla.

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   Pour cream cheese mixture into crust.

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    Cook, uncovered, on MEDIUM for 11 to 14 minutes or until a knife inserted 2 inches from edge comes out clean, giving dish a quarter-turn every 3 minutes.

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    (Center will be slightly set, but not firm.)

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    Cool slightly, then refrigerate at least 4 hours or until set.

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    For Topping: (optional) In a 1 3/4 quart casserole cook remaining 1 oz.

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    chocolate and shortening, uncovered, on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes or until melted; stir until smooth.

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    Drizzle chocolate mixture on top of cheesecake.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.