"A prized cheesecake recipe, this one will please even the fussiest guest! For festive touches, see Tips from the Kitchens below the recipe...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup vanilla wafer, chocolate wafer, graham cracker or gingersnap cookie crumbs
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2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
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3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup sugar
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3 eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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1 bag (12 ounces) white baking chips, (2 cups), melted
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1/2 cup half-and-half
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Cut-up fresh strawberries, if desired
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Fresh mint leaf, if desired