Ingredients

  • 1 c. graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 Tbsp. margarine, melted
  • 1 Tbsp. oil
  • 1 (3 oz.) pkg. pineapple-flavored gelatin
  • 1 c. boiling water
  • 1 1/2 lb. low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/4 c. sugar
  • 1 (8 1/2 oz.) can crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
  • 1 Tbsp. water
  • 2 tsp. cornstarch

Method

  • Combine first 3 ingredients.
  • Press onto the bottom of an 8-inch spring-form pan.
  • Chill.
  • Dissolve the gelatin in the boiling water and cool to lukewarm.
  • In a blender, thoroughly mix the cream cheese and sugar.
  • Slowly add the gelatin and blend well.
  • Pour the mixture into the chilled crust and refrigerate until firm.
  • In a saucepan, bring the crushed pineapple with juice, the water and cornstarch to a boil, stirring constantly. Cool 15 minutes and spread over the top of the cheese cake.
  • Chill at least 1 hour.
  • Yields 16 servings at 125 calories per serving.