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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
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
                        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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