Makes 1 10-ounce log

Ingredients

• 1 cup shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
• 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley
• 1 tbsp chopped green chili
• 1-1/2 tsp dried minced onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2-3 drops liquid hot pepper seasoning
• 2 tbsp finely chopped pecans
• 20 Triscuits

Directions

• In electric blender, blend cheddar and ricotta cheeses until combined;
• Spoon mixture into a bowl;
• Stir in parsley, chilis, onion, garlic and hot pepper seasoning;
• Shape into 5-inch log;
• Wrap in waxed paper or plastic wrap;
• Chill at least 2 hours;
• Roll log in pecans;
• Cut log into 1/4-inch slices;
• Place slices on wafers.

Calories: 52
Fat: 3 grams
Carbohydrates: 4 grams
Exchanges: .2 Starch/Bread; .3 Meats; .2 Fat