1. *Use Graham Cracker Crumb Crust found under Crust Variations.

2. *Use Basic Recipe With just a few adjustments to our basic recipe, you'll have this even richer chocolate and hazelnut flavored cake studded with chocolate chunks.

3. Try it with a hazelnut/chocolate grahma craker-crumb crust and you'll be craving seconds.

4. In heatproof bowl set over hot, not simmering, wter, combine heavy cream from basic recipe with 3 oz chopped semisweet chocolate.

5. Heat, stirring frequently, until mixture is melted and smooth.

6. Remove from heat; cool slightly.

7. Stir into cream cheese, sugar and flour mixture until smooth.

8. Proceed with recipe as directed, stirring 1/2 cup finely ground, lightly toasted hazelnuts and 3 oz coarsely chopped semisweet chocolate into batter at end. Pur into prepared pan. Bake as directed.

9. Drizzle chilled cheesecake with store-bought chocolate sauce and garnish with hazelnuts, if desired.

10. Source: Women's World Nov. 5, 1996.