PECAN PIE CHEESECAKE

Ingredients:

For the crust:

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

For the pecans:

2 cups pecan halves and pieces

2 tbls unsalted butter

3 tbls granulated sugar

pinch of salt

For the filling:

16 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 cup heavy cream

Method:

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