Crustless Spinach Quiche

Makes 6 servings at
230 calories each

10-oz. pkg. frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry

16-oz. container reduced-fat small-curd cottage cheese

3 eggs, beaten

1/4 c. butter, melted

1 c. shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese

1 t. salt

1/2 t. pepper

In a large bowl, mix all ingredients until well blended. Pour into a greased 8" pie plate. Bake, uncovered, at 325 degrees for one hour, or until set. Cut into wedges to serve.

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Bake a quiche in muffin or custard cups for oh-so simple portion control. When making minis, reduce the baking time by about 10 minutes, and slide a toothpick into each to check for doneness.