Cantaloupe Cheesecake

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Interesting variation of cheesecake. I have not tried this one. It is posted for a request. But i'm always looking for new and interesting cheesecake recipes and this certainly fits the bill.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 300 degrees.

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Measure out 1-cup dry cake mix.

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Set aside.

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In large mixing bowl , stir together remaining cake mix , one egg and oil.

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Mixture will be crumbly.

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Press crust mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a greased 13x9x2 inch pan.

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In same bowl , beat cream cheese , sugar and salt.

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Add 3 eggs and reserved cake mix.

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Beat 1 minute at medium speed.

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At low speed gradually add cantaloupe , milk , lemon juice and vanilla.

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Beat until smooth.

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Pour into crust.

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Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until center is firm.

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Cool to room temperature.

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Cover and chill at least 1 hour.

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Store in refrigerator.

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Cut into squares to serve.

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Ingredients

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yellow cake mix, cream cheese, cantaloupe, vanilla extract, eggs, vegetable oil, salt, milk, lemon juice, sugar