Cheesecake With Strawberry Sauce Recipe

Prepare the Crust

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). 2. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 and 1/2 cups of graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup of melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. 3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. 4. Bake for 10 minutes, then allow it to cool.

Make the Cheesecake Filling

1. In a large bowl, beat 24 ounces of cream cheese until smooth. 2. Gradually add 1 cup of sugar, beating well. 3. Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. 4. Add 3 eggs, one at a time, beating on low speed until just combined. 5. Pour the filling into the cooled crust.

Bake the Cheesecake

1. Place the cheesecake in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set. 2. Remove from oven and run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the cheesecake. 3. Allow it to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Prepare the Strawberry Sauce

1. In a saucepan, combine 1 pound of fresh strawberries (hulled and halved), 1/3 cup of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. 2. Cook over medium heat until the strawberries release their juices and the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes. 3. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.

Serve

1. Slice the cheesecake and serve with a generous spoonful of strawberry sauce on top. 2. Garnish with fresh strawberries or mint leaves if desired.