crumb crust--Mix crushed vanilla wafers with 2 Tbs sugar and 3 Tbs butter. Press into 9" springform pan.

Puree raspberries and press through fine sieve to remove seeds.

Stir cornstarch into raspberries.

Cook over medium heat until boils and thickens. Boil 1 min stirring constantly. Cool

Melt while chocolate, cool slightly

Beat cream cheese and 3/4 cup sugar just until smooth.

Add melted white chocolate, eggs, and almond extract. Beat until well blended.