Strawberry Cheesecake
"Jewish and Italian immigrants alike brought their own distinctive versions of cheesecake to America. The kind most likely to be found in diners is more typically Jewish, and is now widely known as New York style. If you like, make this particular recipe with a combination of jams and fruit; apricots or plums are especially good...."
INGREDIENTS
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For the Crust:
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1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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For the Filling:
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Three 8-ounce packages cream cheese, room temperature
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1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
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6 large eggs, at room temperature
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2 cups sour cream, at room temperature
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1/3 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon
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1/2 cup strawberry jam
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1/2 cup finely chopped, strawberries
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12 whole strawberries, hulled
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