Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 2 cups 16 ounces low-fat cottage cheese, pureed in a food processor
  • 2 cups shredded light (reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese)
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup pickled jalapeño peppers (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup roasted red bell peppers (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup scallions (chopped)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1/4 cup panko crumbs (for gluten-free version, process a few slices of gluten-free bread in food processor until crumbly)
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, stir together cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, jalapeño peppers, roasted red bell peppers and scallions. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Transfer to a baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, mix together panko crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper and olive oil. Sprinkle on top of dip. Bake for 20 minutes until bubbly and hot.
  • Serve with assorted bell pepper strips or tortilla chips.