THREE-CHEESE APPETIZER CHEESECAKE

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Crushed sesame crackers create the crust for this savory cheesecake that features a rich blend of ricotta, feta and cream cheese. The creamy mixture is mildly seasoned with basil and garlic and so delicious when spread on crackers for a crowd-pleasing appetizer. -Virginia Galloway, Houston, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

1 cup crushed sesame snack crackers
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers, patted dry
Assorted crackers

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place pan on a baking sheet and set aside. , In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, ricotta cheese and feta cheese until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in the sour cream, basil and garlic powder. Fold in peppers. Pour into crust. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.