BASIL CHEESECAKE

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Make and share this Basil Cheesecake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mr. Bill in TN

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Time 4h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
2 1/2 cups basil, fresh
1/2 cup parsley
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 clove garlic
1 lb ricotta cheese, room temperature
2 lbs cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 lb parmesan cheese, grated
5 eggs
1/2 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325F degrees.
  • Butter bottom and sides of 10" spring form pan.
  • Mix bread crumbs and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Sprinkle mixture into pan, turning to coat completely.
  • Mix basil leaves, parsley, oil, salt and garlic in food processor until smooth paste forms, about 2 minutes, scraping sides occasionally.
  • Put ricotta cheese, cream cheese and Parmesan in a mixer bowl and mix until smooth about 2 minutes.
  • Mix in the eggs.
  • Remove about 1/3 of this mixture to a small bowl.
  • Into the original 2/3 cheese mixture, fold in the basil mixture until well blended.
  • Pour the basil mixture into the prepared pan and carefully spread an even layer of the cheese mixture on top.
  • Sprinkle with pine nuts.
  • Set pan on a baking sheet.
  • Bake 1 1/2 hours.
  • Turn oven off and cool cheesecake about 1 hour with the oven door slightly ajar.
  • Transfer to a rack and cool completely.
  • Serve at room temperature, or slightly warmed.

XtReME Gamer
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I love the unique flavor of this cheesecake. It's perfect for a summer party.


Muzamil Nawaz
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This cheesecake is a great way to use up leftover basil.


Md Tariqul
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this cheesecake again.


Ace Upton
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This cheesecake is a waste of time and money. Don't bother making it.


Kisembo Peter
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the cheesecake didn't turn out well. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Ying Liu
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The cheesecake didn't set properly and was a bit runny.


Lovely Jones
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The crust was a bit too crumbly.


M.M Billa
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The cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste.


Mmathapelo Sam
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I would have liked the basil flavor to be a bit more pronounced.


Md Abu Layes Sheikh
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This cheesecake is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Stanley Arinze
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this cheesecake with no problems. The instructions were clear and easy to follow.


Md Jhidul Islam
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I've made this cheesecake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


LUZINANTE
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The results are stunning and the flavor is out of this world.


Dinusham Nimsara
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I'm not a huge fan of basil, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did because it was delicious! The basil flavor was subtle and not overpowering.


Tricia Najjita
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I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation.


MD Bahar
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This recipe was easy to follow and the cheesecake turned out perfectly. The crust was flaky and the filling was smooth and creamy.


Devyn Lemar
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I was skeptical about the basil in a cheesecake, but I was pleasantly surprised. It adds a subtle, herbaceous flavor that really elevates the dish.


Daide Brr
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This cheesecake is a delightful summer treat! The basil adds a unique and refreshing flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy filling.


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