Cinnamon Cheesecake

-----------------------------------CRUST----------------------------------- 1 1/2 c Graham wafer crumbs

1/2 c Melted butter

1/4 c Sugar; optional

----------------------------------FILLING---------------------------------- 1 lb Cream cheese; softened

1/2 c Sugar

3 Eggs

----------------------------------TOPPING---------------------------------- 1 1/2 c Sour cream

1 c Sugar

1 ts Vanilla extract

1/2 ts Cinnamon; or more

1/2 c Flaked and toasted almonds

Use unblanched ones,they are Prettier Crust: Mix together crust ingredients and press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 350F for 5 minutes.

Filling: Beat cheese until fluffy. Add sugar, then beat in eggs until very smooth. Bake at 350F for about 20 minutes, oruntil firm in the centre. (May take 30 minutes) Topping: Mix sour cream, sugar, and vanilla. Spoon onto cake. Sprinkle with cinnamon, and distribute nuts over the top. Bake at 350F for 10 minutes. Cool and refrigerate. **This cake is better made at least 1 day ahead** From the kitchen of Mrs. Karel Nordstr�m