Pumpkin Cheesecake with an Almond Meal Crust

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Combine almond meal with melted butter and 1 tablespoon sugar. Do not mix thoroughly. Press the mixture onto the bottom and partway up the sides of a springform or pie pan. Bake the crust for 5 minutes, then set it aside.

In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and vanilla. Mix thoroughly. Add pumpkin, eggs, cinnamon and nutmeg and continue to mix until smooth.
Pour the filling into the prepared crust. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes. The top will darken in places. Remove from the oven and let cool.

When the cheesecake reaches room temperature, put it in the refrigerator until chilled and set. Cut and enjoy!