Cheesecake Bars

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I found this recipe last week in the houston chronicle. It was originally submitted by audrey earley of sugarland, texas. I made it this weekend and my whole family raved over it!!

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 350f.

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Spray an 8-inch square baking pan with non-stick cooking spray , such as pam.

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For crust and topping , cream butter and brown sugar.

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Add flour and mix.

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Stir in pecans.

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Set aside 1 cup of mixture for topping.

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Press remaining mixture into baking pan.

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Bake for 12-15 minutes.

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In a mixing bowl , blend granulated sugar and cream cheese until smooth.

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Add egg , milk , lemon juice and vanilla extract.

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Beat well.

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Spread cream cheese mixture over crust and sprinkle with reserved topping.

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Return to oven and bake 25 minutes more.

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Cool , then chill and cut into triangles or squares.

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Keep refrigerated.

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Ingredients

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butter, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, pecans, granulated sugar, cream cheese, egg, milk, fresh lemon juice, vanilla extract