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                     Strawberry Amaretto Cheesecake

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Cheesecakes

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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                       Crust:
  1       c            Graham cracker crumbs
    1/4   c            Granulated sugar
  2       tb           Butter (unsalted) -- softened
                       Filling:
  2       lb           Cream cheese -- softened
  1 1/2   c            Granulated sugar
  1       c            Heavy cream
  6                    Eggs
  3       tb           Lemon juice
    1/2   ts           Brandy or brandy extract
  1       c            Sour cream
  1       tb           Vanilla extract
  2       tb           All-purpose flour -- sifted
  1       c            Fresh strawberries -- chopped
                       Topping:
  2 1/2   c            Fresh strawberries -- chopped
  1       c            Amaretto liqueur
  1       tb           Granulated sugar

 Crust:

 In a small mixing bowl, combine the crumbs, sugar, and butter.
 Blend well with fingers, fork, or pastry blender. Press onto the
 bottom of a well-buttered springform pan. Chill for 30 minutes.

 Filling:

 In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and cream until
 smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, making sure that the mixture
 is smooth and creamy. Fold in the strawberries. Pour mixture into
 the chilled pan and bake in a pre-heated 425°F oven for 15 minutes,
 then reduce the temperature to 275°F and continue to bake for
 1 hour. Transfer to a wire rack and allow to cool for 3 hours.


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