Pecan Coconut Cheesecake a La Mode

Crust:

2 cups Ritz cracker crumbs

1/2 cup melted margarine

2 tablespoons sugar

Filling:

2 cup shredded coconut

Three 8-oz. packages cream cheese

1-1/2 cup pecans, chopped

1-1/2 tsp. vanilla

1-1/2 cup brown sugar

4 eggs

Optional:

1/2 cup coconut, for garnish

1/2 cup chopped pecans, for garnish

Whipped cream topping, for garnish, optional

Preheat oven to 325F. Cooking time: 50-60 minutes. Mix together crust ingredients; press into springform pan. Refrigerate until chilled -- approximately 20 minutes. Mix together filling ingredients and beat until fluffy. Pour into chilled crust. Bake at 325F for approximately 50-60 minutes. Test by inserting toothpick into center; fillings is done when toothpick comes out clean. When done, garnish with pecans and coconut. Refrigerate for about 2 hours.

Optional:
Add whipped cream topping.

Serves 8-10

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Cajun Country -- New Iberia, Louisiana