Perfect Cheesecake Every Time

Ingredients

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 eggs

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press onto the bottom and halfway up the sides of the pan.
3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in 1 cup sugar and vanilla. Add eggs one at a time, beating just until blended. Pour filling into prepared crust.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes. Turn the oven off, and let cake cool in oven with the door closed for 5 to 6 hours; this prevents cracking. Chill in refrigerator until serving.

Interesting Facts

• Cheesecake is believed to have originated in ancient Greece.
• Cheesecake is a popular dessert in many countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada.
• A good cheesecake should have a creamy texture and a slightly sweet taste.