Creamy Herb Dip

@@@@@ Creamy Herb Dip - 1g carbs, 0g fiber

1/4 cup reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchatel), softened (2 ounces) 2 tablespoons buttermilk or low-fat milk 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or scallions 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or parsley 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish, or more to taste Pinch of sugar 1/8 teaspoon salt Freshly ground pepper to taste

Place cream cheese in a small bowl and stir in buttermilk (or milk) until smooth. Mix in chives (or scallions), dill (or parsley), horseradish, sugar, salt and pepper.

Makes about 1/2 cup ACTIVE TIME: 15 minutes TOTAL TIME: 15 minutes EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy

NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per tablespoon; 20 calories; 2 g fat (1 g sat, 0 g mono); 5 mg cholesterol; 1 g carbohydrate; 1 g protein; 0 g fiber; 72 mg sodium; 18 mg potassium.

Exchanges: free food 0 Carbohydrate Servings

MAKE AHEAD TIP: Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Source: EatingWell Diabetes Cookbook Formatted by Chupa Babi in MC: 07.14.07

A perennial favorite with kids, this all-purpose dip can also be used as a sandwich spread.

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 * Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group