Pecan Pie Cheesecake

Pecans, a native to the southeastern United States, have a rich buttery taste.  Add the sweetness of these nuts to cheesecake and you’ll have a Pecan Pie Cheesecake that will leave nutty.  Ah... yes I did.

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Pecan Pie Cheesecake The Ingredients 8 ounce cream cheese 1/2 egg 1/3 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 unbaked quick pie shell 1 1/2 cup pecan halves 2 slightly beaten eggs 1/4 cup sugar 2/3 cup light corn syrup 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Directions

Combine cream cheese, egg, 1/3 cup sugar and one teaspoon vanilla.  Beat until light and fluffy; spread over bottom of pie shell.  Arrange pecans on the cream cheese mixture. 

Mix the remaining eggs, sugar, corn syrup and vanilla, stirring well.  Carefully pour over the pecans.  Bake at 375° degrees for 40 to 45 minutes or until done.  Serve your Pecan Pie Cheesecake.

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