Jersey Mary Barbeque Swirled Cheesecake |

People are usually taken aback by the sound of this recipe but one little taste convinces them just how delicious it is. Great for entertaining. A cheesecake with barbeque sauce in it is a real conversation piece.
Crust:
1 C. graham cracker crumbs
1/4 C. butter, melted
2 to 3 T. sugar
Combine well and press into a greased 8 x 8 pan. Set aside. Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
Filling:
8 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
3/4 C. evaporated milk 1/2 C. sugar
2 T. flour
2 tsp. vanilla
1 egg
1/3 C. Jersey Mary
1/2 C. lite canned peaches, well drained & pureed.
Put the 1st 6 ingredients into a blender and mix well. In a small saucepan combine the Jersey Mary and peaches and reduce by1/3. Let cool. Now add 1/2 the vanilla mixture into the pan and mix the other half with the Jersey Mary reduction. Pour this as a swirl over the top. Bake for 40 - 45 min. or until set. Let cool.
Glaze:
You can make this while your cake is baking.
1/4 C. Jersey Mary
1/4 C. strawberry preserves, unsweetened.
Melt these together in a small saucepan and thicken by reducing slightly. Let cool completely. Top off the cooled cheesecake with the glaze. Refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving. Optional: A little fresh whipped cream with some softened mascarpone folded in is a perfect crowning touch.
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