Pumpkin Cheesecake

Step 1: Prepare the graham crust by mixing together the graham crumbs, melted butter and sugar.

Step 2: Grease the sides of a spring form pan and press the graham mixture on the bottom of the spring form pan and set aside.

Step 3: In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar and vanilla and beat with a mixer until blended.

Step 4: Stir in the eggs one at a time until well blended.

Step 5: Stir pumpkin pie filling into batter until just blended.

Step 6: Spread over the cream cheese and pumpkin mixture over the crust being careful not to loosen the crust.

Step 7: Bake the pie on the top rack, in a preheated 325 degree Fahrenheit oven, for 45 minutes, or until center is almost set.

Step 8: Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least a couple of hours.

Step 9: Remove from refrigerator for about 20 minutes before serving to allow the crust to soften for easy slicing.

Step 10: Enjoy served with whipped cream or on its own.