Betty's Cheesecake

Directions

Combine crumbs and margarine; press onto bottom of 9 inch springform pan.

Bake at 325℉ (160℃). for 10 minutes.

Combine cream cheese, sugar, juice, peel and vanilla, mixing at medium speed on electric mixer until well blended.

Add egg yolks, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into cream cheese mixture.

Pour over crust.

Bake at 300℉ (150℃). for 45 minutes.

Loosen cake from rim of pan, cool before removing rim of pan.

Chill. Top with cherry pie filling or fresh fruit, if desired.