Cherry Vanilla Cheese Bowl

This is like eating a bowl of cherry vanilla ice- cream for breakfast or lunch.  Quick, easy, protein packed and satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup Low Fat Cottage Cheese
• 1/4 cup Fat Free Ricotta Cheese
• 1/3 cup Frozen, Pitted Dark Cherries
• 2 tablespoons Splenda
• 1 teaspoon Lemon or Lime Juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Directions:

1. In a small bowl mix together cottage cheese, ricotta cheese and vanilla extract.  Set aside.
2. In a microwave safe measuring cup or bowl mix together cherries, Splenda and lemon juice.  Microwave on 50% power for about 1 minute.  Remove and break up cherries with a fork.  Microwave on 50% power for another 15 seconds.  Stir together and pour over the cheese.  Enjoy!

Nutrition:   Makes 1 serving with approximately

• 193 calories and
• 20.5 grams of protein