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Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
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In a small bowl,combine graham cracker crumbs,butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar.Reserve 2 tablespoons for garnish.Press remaining mixture on bottom and sides of a greased 9-inch springform pan. Chill in freezer while preparing filling.
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In mixer bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth and light. Beat in eggs, vanilla and cornstarch, just until blended.Stir in sour cream.
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Pour mixture into prepared crust and bake for 10 minutes.
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Reduce temperature to 200 degrees F and bake 45 minutes.
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Turn oven off;allow to cool with the door opened slightly, for 3 hours.
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Remove sides from pan; sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture and chill 2 to 3 hours.
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Makes 12 servings.