Add butter combined crumbs and sugar; mix well. Press onto bottom of buttered 9-inch springform pan. Wrap outside of pan with aluminum foil.
Filling Instructions
Combine cream cheese and sugar, mixing at medium speed with an electric mixer until well blended. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Blend in liqueur and nuts; pour over crust.
Place springform pan in a larger pan with at least 1-inch sides. Fill with 1/2 inch very hot water. Bake at 350 degrees for one hour. Combine sour cream, sugar, and vanilla; spread over cheesecake. Cool; chill.