Original "Philly" Cheesecake

1. 1

   Combine crumbs and margarine; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.

2. 2

   Bake at 325 degrees F., 10minutes.

3. 3

   Combine cream cheese, sugar, juice, peel and vanilla, mixing at medium speed on electric mixer until well blended.

4. 4

   Add egg yolks, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

5. 5

   Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into cream cheese mixture.

6. 6

   Pour over crust.

7. 7

   Bake at 300 degrees F., 45 minutes.

8. 8

   Loosen cake from rim of pan; cool before removing rim of pan.

9. 9

   Chill.

10. 10

    Top with cherry pie filling or fresh fruit, if desired.

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