Ingredients
For the cheesecake:
Butter, for coating the pan
2 pounds full-fat cream cheese
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch, or 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 large egg yolk
For the crust:
12 whole graham cracker rectangles (6 ounces)
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
Equipment
9-inch or 10-inch springform pan
Aluminum foil
Food processor
Stand mixer or electric hand mixer
Measuring cups and spoons
Spatula
Roasting pan or other dish big enough to hold the springform pan