Classic Cherry-Topped Cheesecake

1. 1

   Heat oven to 325F.

2. 2

   Combine graham crumbs, 3 Tbsp.

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   sugar and butter; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.

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   Beat cream cheese, 1 cup of the remaining sugar and vanilla 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.

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   Bake 55 min.

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   or until center is almost set.

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   Run knife around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim.

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    Refrigerate cheesecake 4 hours.

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    Meanwhile, cook cherries, lemon juice and remaining sugar in saucepan on medium heat 8 to 10 min.

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    or until cherries are tender and sauce is thickened.

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    Cool completely.

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    Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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    Spoon cherry topping over cheesecake before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.