Pear and Ginger Cheesecake

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   Preheat oven to 325F (160C).

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   Coat a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray or greased with butter

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   Add pears, ginger and water in a medium saucepan, bring to a simmer over medium heat.

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   Reduce heat to a gentle simmer, cover and cook until the liquid has been absorbed and the fruit is softened, 12 to 16 minutes.

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   Meanwhile, finely ground granola in a food processor.

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   Transfer granola mixture into the prepared pan, turn and tilt the pan to coat the sides and press down into the bottom to make an even layer.

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   Add the pear mixture into a food processor, process until a coarse paste forms, scraping the sides of the bowl.

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   Let cool for 10 minutes.

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   Stir in cottage cheese and cream cheese, mix until combined.

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    Add both of sugars, mix until smooth, scraping the sides.

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    As the processor running, add eggs one at a time.

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    Add flour and vanilla, mix until creamy.

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    Pour the batter into the prepared pan.

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    Rap the pan against the counter a few times so the granola on the sides falls onto the batter, forming a decorative edge.

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    Bake the cheesecake until set, without a jiggle at the center when the pan is tapped, about 50 minutes to 1 hour.

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    Turn off the oven off.

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    Let the cheesecake say in the oven for 30 minutes, then let the door ajar and allow the cheesecake stay in the oven for another 30 minutes.

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    Remove the cheesecake from the oven onto a wire rack to cool for 1 1/2 hours.

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    Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or over night.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.