Weezie’s Sour Cream Cheesecake with Strawberry Compote
"A rich sour cream cheesecake recipe from The New Jewish Table cookbook...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups cream cheese (one pound)
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1 1/4 cups mascarpone cheese (10 ounces)
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1/4 cup sugar, more for optional brûlé
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1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3 large eggs
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1/2 cup sour cream
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2 cups crushed graham crackers (about 30 crackers)
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2 to 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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Strawberry Compote (recipe to follow)
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2 cups strawberries
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1/2 cup sugar
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1 vanilla bean pod
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