Pecan Pie Cheesecake

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Heat oven to 350°F.

2. Step 2

   Mix graham crumbs and 4 Tbsp. butter; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.

3. Step 3

   Beat cream cheese, 3/4 cup sugar and vanilla with mixer until blended. Add 3 eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each; until just blended. Pour over crust.

4. Step 4

   Bake 30 min. Meanwhile, mix remaining sugar and butter until blended. Beat in remaining eggs and corn syrup; stir in nuts. Remove cheesecake from oven; gently spoon nut mixture over cheesecake. Return to oven.

5. Step 5

   Bake 40 min. or until nut mixture is set. Cool completely. Refrigerate at least 4 hours.