Cherry Cheesecake Squares

2 c Graham cracker crumbs

1 c Sugar, divided

14 c (1/2 stick) butter OR

Margarine, melted 3 pk Cream cheese, softened

1 ts Vanilla

2 Eggs

1 Can (20 oz) cherry pie-

Filling Mix crumbs, 1/4 cup of the sugar and butter. Press into 13 x 9 inch baking pan. Bake at 325F for 10 minutes. Mix cream cheese, remaining 3/4 cup sugar and vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add eggs; mix just until blended. Pour over crust. Bake at 325F for 35 minutes or until centre is almost set. Cool. Refrigerate 3 hours or overnight. Top with pie filling. Cut into squares. Garnish, if desired. Makes 18 servings. Prep time: 20 minutes plus refrigerating. Baking time: 35 minutes. ch -----