Classic Cheesecake

1-1/2 C     Graham crackers crumbs
1 C +3 T   Sugar
1/3 C         Butter
4 8oz pkg  Cream Cheese, softened
1 t              Vanilla
4                 Eggs

Set oven to 325 F

Crust
Mix the crumbs, 3 T of the sugar sugar, and butter;  press into 9" cheesecake pan

Cake
Beat the cream cheese, the rest of the sugar, and the vanilla;  once well mixed add the eggs 1 at a time, mix on low; pour over crust

Bake for 55 minutes, until middle is nearly set

Wait until cooled to remove from pan