Cheesy Garlic Delight Cheesecake

Ingredients:

• For the Base:
• 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 6 cloves of garlic, minced
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• For the Filling:
• 32 ounces Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• For the Topping:
• 1/2 cup shelled and coarsely chopped Salted Pistachios
• 1 teaspoon honey

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, mix grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs and minced garlic. Add unsalted butter and mix until well incorporated.
3. Press the mixture into a 9-inch springform pan, making sure it is very compact and firm. Bake it for 18-20 minutes until the crust is lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.
4. In a large bowl, mix Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese and sugar until creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
6. Pour the filling into the cooled crust.
7. Bake for 50-55 minutes until the edges of the cheesecake are lightly golden and the center is almost set.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 5 hours, preferably overnight.
9. Before serving, mix chopped pistachios with honey and spread the mixture on top of the cheesecake.