Cheese-Spinach Appetizers

2 eggs *see note
6 tablespoons whole-grain wheat flour
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
10 ounces frozen spinach thawed, drained
2 cups cottage cheese
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 dash black pepper fresh ground
1 dash cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons wheat germ

* Use egg substitute for equally good taste.

In a large bowl, beat eggs (or egg substitute) with flour until smooth. Squeeze spinach to dry then add to egg mixture along with cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, pepper, cayenne, and nutmeg. Mix well.

Pour into 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Sprinkle with wheat germ and bake in preheated 350-degree oven for about 45 minutes.

Let stand 10 minutes then cut into 1-1/2 inch squares.

Yield: 48 squares.

Per serving: 32 Calories; 2g Fat (45% calories from fat); 3g Protein; 2g Carbohydrate; 12mg Cholesterol; 67mg Sodium