The memory of my grandmother's kitchen is etched in the symphony of whisks and the sweet, yeasty perfume of baking cheesecake. Her Classic New York Cheesecake recipe, nestled between faded recipe cards, wasn't just a dessert; it was a portal to warmth, family, and pure, unadulterated joy. Now, years later, with that cherished cheesecake recipe safely tucked in my own culinary library, I share not only the secrets of their magic, but also the lessons learned in perfecting their presentation…
