So-Good Spinach Bites

Per serving (1/8 of recipe, about 3 spinach bites): 70 calories, 2g fat, 341mg sodium, 8.5g carbs, 2.5g fiber, 1g sugar, 4.5g protein

Ingredients
One 10-ounce packaged frozen chopped spinach, thawed and thoroughly patted dry
1/2 c finely chopped onion
1/4 c reduced-fat Parmesan-style grated topping
1/4 c fat-free liquid egg substitute
3 tbsp fat-free cream cheese, room temperature
1 tbsp light whipped butter or light buttery spread, room temperature
3/4 tsp chopped garlic
3/4 tsp italian seasoning
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
1/3 c Fiber One Original bran cereal

Directions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except the cereal, and stir until completely mixed. Set aside.
• In a blender or food processor, grind cereal to a breadcrumb-like consistency. Add crumbs to the large bowl and mix until integrated.
• Prepare a baking sheet by lightly spraying it with a nonstick spray. Scoop out about 1 tbsp mixture, form it into a small ball with your hands, and place it on the sheet.
• Repeat with the rest of the mixture, yielding a total of about 18 balls.
• Bake in the oven for 20 minutes. Allow to cool slightly, and then have a ball (or several)!

Makes 6 servings

Hungry Girl 300 under 300, p.372-373 by Lisa Lillien