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Lemon Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust

Crust

• 2 cups ground gingersnap cookies
• 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted

Filling

• 5 8-ounce packages cream cheese, room temperature
• 2 cups sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 7 large eggs
• 3 cups (24 ounces) sour cream
• 2 tablespoons (packed) finely grated lemon peel
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• Lemon leaves or twists (optional)