2 cups nonfat cottage cheese

1/2 cup evaporated skimmed milk 

3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons butter-flavored granules

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon dried basil

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Dash of ground red pepper

Combine all ingredients in container of an electric blender; cover and process until smooth, stopping once to scrape down sides.  Pour mixture into a small saucepan; cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until thoroughly heated.