Spinach and Cheese Squares

Spinach and Cheese Squares Ingredients

1/2 cup egg substitute	1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
6 tablespoons whole-wheat flour	1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
10 ounces chopped spinach thawed (frozen)	1 pinch nutmeg
2 cups cottage cheese low-fat	3 tablespoons wheat germ
2 cups Cheddar cheese reduced-fat

Instructions for Spinach and Cheese Squares

1 In a large bowl beat the eggs with the flour until the mixture is smooth.

2 Add the spinach, cheeses, cayenne and nutmeg, and mix the ingredients well. Pour mixture into a nonstick coated 13x9x2 -inch baking pan.

3 Sprinkle the top with wheat germ and bake at 350 degrees F. for about 45 minutes.

4 Let stand for about 10 minutes and then cut into 1-1/2-inch squares for serving.

Adapted from recipe at: www.diabetes.org

Exchanges Per Serving: 1 Lean Meat
Nutrition Information:
Calories 66, Calories From Fat 18, Total Fat 2 g, Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholestrol 14 mg, Sodium 303 mg*, Total Carbohydrate 4 g, Dietary Fiber 1 g
Sugars g, Protein 8 g


Main Ingredient: SpinachCuisine: American

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