"To me, there is nothing better than a simple, elegant cheesecake where the vanilla takes center stage. And when I'm feeling decadent, I'll add the rich chocolate ganache topping. —Ellen Riley, Murfreesboro, Tennessee..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups graham cracker crumbs
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1/2 cup butter, melted
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1/4 cup sugar
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FILLING:
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4 packages (8 ounces each ) cream cheese, softened
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1-1/2 cups sugar
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3 tablespoons vanilla extract
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten