Spicy Pistachio Cheesecake

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Ingredients:

• 7 oz Wasabi & Pistachio Cookies, crushed
• 2 oz Unsalted Butter, melted
• 16 oz containers Normal's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 4 Large Eggs, room temperature
• 1/2 cup Pistachio Paste
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/2 cup Salted Pistachios, chopped

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
2. Mix together the crushed Wasabi & Pistachio Cookies and melted butter until well combined.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
4. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
5. In a large bowl, beat the softened Normal's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, sugar, and vanilla with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
6. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
7. Mix in the Pistachio Paste and salt until well combined.
8. Pour the mixture onto the cooled crust and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
10. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before removing from the pan and serving.
11. Sprinkle the chopped salted Pistachios on top before serving.