Chantal's New York Cheesecake

Ingredients

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 3 8-ounce packages cream cheese
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9 inch springform pan.
2. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press onto the bottom of the prepared pan.
3. In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, flour, and vanilla extract until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing just enough to incorporate. Stir in sour cream. Pour into prepared pan.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 55 to 65 minutes, or until center is almost set. Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Cheesecake has been enjoyed since ancient Greece.
• The New York-style cheesecake is a variation of the classic cheesecake that was created in the United States in the late 19th century.
• Adding sour cream to the cheesecake batter gives it a creamy texture and a slightly tangy flavor.