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Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
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In a 9" springform pan, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar and butter.
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Press crust firmly to cover the bottom of pan.
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In large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy.
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Gradually beat in condensed milk until smooth.
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Add remaining filling ingredients.
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Mix well and pour into pan.
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Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until edges spring back when lightly touched (center will be slightly soft).
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Cool on wire rack to room temperature and then refrigerate.
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To prepare glaze: In a medium saucepan, combine whipping cream and maple syrup. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil rapidly, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes or until thickened. Stir in pecans.
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NOTE: Sauce made be prepared ahead and refrigerated. Reheat in microwave before serving.
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Top with glaze just before serving and refrigerate leftovers.
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NOTE: The original recipe said that the glaze is also good over ice cream and waffles.