Pine Nut Pesto Cheesecake

Prep Time: 30 Minutes

Cook Time: 240 Minutes

Ready In: 270 Minutes

Servings: 10

I can't remember where I found this recipe. I have made it on a few occasions and it has received a favorable response. This can also be frozen.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup italian breadcrumbs

2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon finely chopped toasted pine nuts

2 tablespoons melted butter

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

1 cup sour cream

1/2 cup parmesan cheese

3 eggs

1/4 cup finely chopped toasted pine nuts

3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

2 tablespoons sliced green onions

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon white pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions:

1. Lightly grease a 9 springform pan.
2. Combine the first four ingredients; press into bottom of pan.
3. In mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; beat in sour cream and parmesan until smooth.
4. At low speed add eggs, then stir in remaining ingredients.
5. Pour filling into crust-lined pan.
6. Bake at 375 for 30-40 minutes or until set.
7. Cool on wire rack. Refrigerate 3 hours or overnight. Remove sides of pan from cake.

By RecipeOfHealth.com