into your prepared pan. set the pan onto a couple large sheets of aluminum foil and smooth them up the sides of the pan to waterproof. set the cheesecake into a large roasting pan and then place in the oven. pour the boiling water into the roasting pan, filling to about one inch (no higher than the lowest edge of aluminum foil). allow to make at 325°f for one hour then reduce heat and bake at 300°f for an additional 60-90 minutes until the center is just set. remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack. once cool chill for at least 4 hours before 