Pat this mixture gently into the bottom of your pan, then set the pan aside. Carefully. It should look something like this.
  
 
 Step 6:

Then take a medium-sized bowl and throw your cream cheese in there. It is very important that it is softened. Beat it until it's smooth. If there are lumps in there now, you will be a sad when the cheesecake is done.

I had to use a hand mixer to make my cheesecake.

Gradually add the 1 C. sugar, beating, again, until smooth. And don't forget to scrape down the bowl once in a while.