Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      envelope      Knox unflavored gelatin
     1/2  cup           cold skim milk
   1      cup           skim milk -- heated to boiling
   8      ounces        cottage cheese
     1/4  cup           grated parmesan cheese
     1/2  teaspoon      chopped garlic
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
     1/8  teaspoon      pepper
   1      7 oz jar      roasted red peppers -- drained and chopped
   1      cup           loosely-packed fresh basil leaves -- chopped*
                        dippers -- (see below)

Preparation:

In blender, sprinkle unflavored gelatin over cold milk; let stand 2 minutes. Add hot milk and process at low speed until gelatin is completely dissolved, about 2 minutes. Add cheeses, garlic, salt and pepper; process at high speed until smooth, about 1 minute. Pour into 1-quart bowl; stir in red peppers and basil. Chill until set, about 3 hours. To serve, whisk until smooth and serve with Suggested Dippers. Makes 3 cups. *Substitution: Use 1 cup chopped fresh parsley PLUS 1 teaspoon dried basil. Suggested Dippers: Use any of the following-toasted French or Italian bread cubes, breadsticks or assorted vegetables.