Classic Cheesecake ala BHG

1 3/4 cups crushed graham crackers
1/4 cup walnuts (optional)
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 cup butter

3 8-oz packages of cream cheese
1 cup sugar
2 tbsp all purpose flour
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp lemon peel (optional)
2 eggs
1 egg yolk
1/2 cup milk

Combine graham crackers, cinnamon, butter, (and walnuts) in a bowl. Press into 8" or 9" springform pan, creating a bottom and sides of about 1-1 1/2". Use a flat bottomed cup/glass to tamp it down.

In mixer beat cream cheese, sugar, flour, vanilla, (and lemon peel). Add eggs and egg yolk. Beat on low until combined. Add milk.

Pour filling into crust. Bake at 375f for 45-50 minutes for 8", 35-40 for 9".

Cool on rack for 15 minutes. Chill for 4 hours for best results ( Make this a day before you need it. It is worth it too)