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Serves: 2
Total Calories: 2,084

* See note below.
2 cups ricotta cheese lowfat
1 (8-ounce) package neufchatel cheese or light cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup parsley tightly packed leaves
2 cloves garlic each cut in fourths
2 teaspoons dill weed dried
1 teaspoon basil dried leaves
1/2 teaspoon thyme dried
1/2 teaspoon rosemary dried
1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste

* "An old pottery crock is a perfect container for this cheese spread. Or use any decorative glass container. Give with a selection of fun or unusual crackers." Place all ingredients in a food processor bowl. Process until mixture is smooth. Pack cheese spread into a crock or bowl. Cover and store in the refrigerator.

Use within 1 week. Serve with crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables.


Tip: This spread can be used as a pasta sauce, in lasagna, or to make hors d'oeuvres.

Nutritional Facts:

Serves: 2
Total Calories: 2,084
Calories from Fat: 240

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