For the Crust: Preheat Oven at 350°F. Make your Graham cracker crumbs by using a food processor or simply place crackers in a plastic bag and crush using a rolling pin. Combine Graham Crackers, melted butter and sugar in a bowl and mix. Spread in the bottom of a 10" springform pan and up 1 1/2 inch on the side. Bake in oven for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and place to the side.
For the Filling: Preheat Oven at 350°F. Using an electric mixer blend soften cream cheese on low speed in a mixing bowl. Use spatula to scrape sides and paddle of mixer. Add sugar slowly, and continue to beat until creamy. You can add more or less to suit your taste. Add in eggs one at a time and continue to mix a lowest speed until eggs are incorporated in the batter Add in cornstarch and continue to mix. FYI: Cornstarch is a binder which helps to prevent cracking in your cheesecake. Add in vanilla extract and whipped cream and mix until blended.
Pour the mixture into your crust and use offset spatula to help scoop out the batter. Bake for 1 hour or the top is slightly brown. Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack. Place in the refrigerator and allow to set before removing sides. Serve and enjoy your Basic Cheesecake Recipe.