Cheese Cake

Hilda Cannon

Graham cracker crust:

• 1 3/4 c. crumbs
• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/4 c. finely chopped nuts
• 1/2 c. melted butter

Reserve 3 tablespoons of mixture to sprinkle on top of the cake later. Press on the bottom and sides of cheese cake pan and pour mixture of the following:

• 3 eggs, well beaten
• 2 – 8 oz. cream cheese
• 3 tsp. vanilla
• 1 c. sugar
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 3 c. sour cream

Combine eggs, cheese, sugar, salt and vanilla in mixing bowl and beat until smooth. Blend in sour cream and pour into graham cracker crust. Bake at 375 degrees for 35 minutes or until set. Cool; refrigerate for 4 to 5 hours prior to serving.