Macadamia Pesto Cheesecake
This savory appetizer cheesecake is best made a day in advance.
Servings
16servings
Servings
16servings
Instructions
  1. CRUST: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
  2. FILLING: Place the oil, basil, salt, and garlic in a blender. Cover and process on high until smooth. In a large bowl, combine the basil mixture with the cream cheese and ricotta cheese. Using an electric mixer at medium speed, blend until well mixed. Add the eggs 1 at a time and mix well. Blend in the Parmesan cheese and pour filling over the warm crust. Top with macadamja nuts. Bake at 325 degrees F. for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until cheesecake is set and lightly browned. Loosen the cake from the rim of the pan; cool before removing the rim. Serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite assortment of crackers.