Red Raspberry Cheesecake Bars Recipe

Preheat oven to 350. Defrost and drain the 10-oz. package of raspberries. Spray 13" x 9" baking dish with cooking spray. Spread graham cracker crumbs evenly onto bottom of prepared dish; spray evenly with additional cooking spray. Put cream cheese (softened), cottage cheese, sugar, vanilla and lemon juice in medium bowl; beat with electric mixer on medium speed 3 to 4 minutes, or until well blended. Add eggs, mix just until blended. Pour over crust; smooth top with spatula. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool. Combine preserves and cornstarch in small saucepan; stir in raspberries. Cook over low heat 5 minutes, or until thickened, stirring constantly. Spread over cheesecake; cover. Refrigerate at least 3 hours or until chilled. Store leftover bars in refrigerator. Serves 12.