Foryoueats: Classic New York Cheesecake

1½ cups graham cracker crumbs, from 12 whole crackers

5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

2 tablespoons sugar

⅛ teaspoon salt

32 oz (four 8-oz blocks) cream cheese, at room temperature

2 cups sugar

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

4 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 teaspoon packed lemon zest, from 1 lemon

2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, from 1 lemon

¼ teaspoon salt

6 large eggs

½ cup sour cream

Special equipment: 9- or 10-inch springform pan; 18-inch heavy-duty aluminum foil (see Pro Tip)

<a href="https://www.onceuponachef.com/recipes/berry-sauce.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Berry sauce</a>, for serving (optional)

Classic New York Cheesecake