Pimento Cheese Dip

Yield: 1 ¼ cups

Exchanges per tablespoon: Free (up to 3 tablespoons)

Per tablespoon:
Calories 19
Carbohydrate 0.8g
Protein 1.7g
Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 2mg
Fiber 0.0g
Sodium 66mg

Ingredients:

¾ cup 1% low-fat cottage cheese
3 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
½ teaspoon vinegar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash of hot sauce
¼ cup (1 ounce) shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese
1 2-ounce jar diced pimiento, drained

Directions:

1. Combine first 5 ingredients in container of an electric blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth. Cover and chill.

2. Stir in cheese and pimiento.

3. Serve with vegetable crudités (not included in analysis).