Spinach Pesto Appetizer

Directions

Preheat oven to 325°F.

Spray a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick cooking spray.

Place pressed cottage cheese, spinach, cream cheese, Romano cheese, egg, egg whites, garlic, basil, salt and pepper in a food processor.

Process until smooth.

Spoon the spinach mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Bake until firm, about 1 hour.

Cool on a wire rack.

Place the pan on a serving plate, run a knife around the outer edge and remove pan sides.

Garnish with tomatoes or basil leaves, if using.