Recipe: French Herbed Cheese Spread (using ricotta cheese)

FRENCH HERBED CHEESE SPREAD

3/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 tablespoons dried chives
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
Ground black pepper (to taste)
Crackers or bread (for serving)

In a small bowl, combine all ingredients, mixing well. Chill several hours or overnight to blend flavors.

Spread on crackers or bread.

Each 2-tablespoon serving provides: 46 calories; 4g protein, 3g fat, 2g carbohydrate, 49mg sodium, 10mg cholesterol

Makes 6 servings, 2 tablespoons each
Source: Lean and Luscious and Meatless by Bobby Hinman and Millie Snyder