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Nutty Northwest Cheesecake Supreme

1 1/2 cups finely chopped nuts
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling

1. Combine finely chopped nuts, 2 tablespoons sugar, and melted butter. Press onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 10 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, combine softened cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and flour; mixing at medium speed with an electric mixer until well blended. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Blend in sour cream and vanilla; pour over the crust.
3. Bake at 450°F (230°C) for 10 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 250°F (120°C) and continue baking for 1 hour. Loosen the cake from the rim and cool before removing. Chill. Top with cherry pie filling just before serving.

Makes 12 servings.