Cuisinart HTM-7L HTM-7L Manual - Page 14

4 until whipped to desired thickness, about 45 seconds for softly whipped cream, about 1 minute for stiffly whipped cream. Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons): Calories 70 (86% from fat) • carb. 2g • pro. 0g • fat 7g • sat. fat 4g • chol. 25mg • sod. 7mg • calc. 12mg • fiber 0g Variation: Cocoa Whipped Cream: Place 1-1/4 cups heavy cream, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa, and 1 teaspoon vanilla in mixing bowl. Whip as directed. SAVORIES Herbed Cheese Instead of purchasing expensive herb flavored cheeses, you can easily prepare your own. Preparation: 10 minutes or less Makes about 2 cups 8 ounces cream cheese (lowfat or regular), cut into 8 pieces 5 ounces chevre or other goat cheese (soft type, not aged) 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced 1 tablespoon finely minced shallot or green onion 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley 14 1 teaspoon herbs de Provence 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon white pepper dash hot sauce, to taste Place all ingredients in a medium bowl. Mix on speed 3 for 1 minute, then increase speed to speed 5 to whip for an additional 2 minutes until light and fluffy. Allow to stand at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend. Transfer to a resealable container and refrigerate. Remove from refrigerator 15 minutes before serving to soften. Serve with crackers, pita or bagel chips. This also makes a good topping for a baked potato. Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons, made with lowfat cream cheese): Calories 58 (69% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 3g • fat 4g • sat. fat 3g • chol. 9mg • sod. 156mg • calc. 35mg • fiber 0g Roasted Red Pepper and Sun-dried Tomato Dip Serve this dip with crackers, bagel chips or pita chips. For a change, try it as a spread on sandwiches, or as a topping for baked potatoes. Preparation: 10 minutes or less Makes 2 cups 8 ounces cream cheese (lowfat or regular), cut into 8 pieces 1/2 cup sour cream (lowfat or regular) 1 roasted red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not oil packed) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 clove garlic, chopped 1/2 teaspoon basil 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Mix on speed 3 until well blended and smooth, 2 minutes. Mix on speed 4 to lighten, 1 minute. Transfer to a resealable container and refrigerate for 30 minutes or longer to allow flavors to blend before serving. Nutritional analysis per serving (2 tablespoons), made with lowfat products: Calories 54 (52% from fat) • carb. 4g • pro. 2g • fat 3g • sat. fat 2g • chol. 7mg • sod. 111mg • calc. 43mg • fiber 0g Chevre & Kalamata Tartlets Simple to prepare, these little tartlets will be a hit hors d'oeuvre at your next gathering. Preparation: 20 minutes, plus baking time Makes 24 tartlets 3 4 1 1/2 1/4 5-1/2 ounces cream cheese, cut in 1/2 inch pieces ounces (1 stick) unsalted butter 1/2 inch pieces cup all-purpose flour teaspoon herbs de Provence teaspoon freshly ground black pepper large egg ounces chevre