Ingredients
1cupgraham crumbs
4tbspbutter,melted
¼cuppecans,crushed
3tbspsugar
16ozcream cheese
1cupcottage cheese
3eggs
½cupwhite sugar
2tbspcornstarch
3large bananas,ripe
caramel sauce
pecans,toasted
whipped cream,or whipped topping
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
In a small bowl, combine the graham crumbs, butter, 3 tablespoons of sugar, and pecans.
Press the crust into a 9-inch springform pan.
Bake the crust for 8 minutes.
Remove from the oven, then turn the temperature up to 425 degrees F.
Blend together bananas, cottage cheese, eggs, sugar and corn starch.
Place the cream cheese in a mixer on medium speed, beat until fluffy.
Add in the banana mixture, then mix until combined.
Pour the cheesecake mixture over the prepared crust.
Bake at 425 degrees F for 15 minutes.
Reduce heat to 200 degrees F, then bake for an additional 60 to 70 minutes or just until set.
Remove from the oven, then run a knife around the edge of the cake.
Let cool at room temperature for 45 minutes.
Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
Serve, and enjoy!
