Zesty Cheddar Fondue
Zesty Cheddar Fondue is an easy and delicious appetizer perfect for the holidays. It is a creamy cheese fondue filled with rich sharp cheddar, onions, garlic and cilantro that pairs perfectly with bread and apples.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 tsp. olive oil
- 1/3 c. onion finely diced
- 2 tsp. garlic finely diced
- 2/3 c. chicken broth
- 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 1 Tbsp Kirchwasser liquor optional
- 8 oz shredded sharp cheddar (Shred a quality block of cheese, not a bag of pre-shredded cheddar)
- 1 Tbsp. flour
- 1/3 c. sour cream
- 2 Tbsp. fresh cilantro chopped
Instructions
- In a fondue pot, over medium-high heat, saute the onions and garlic in the olive oil for 3-4 minutes. Add the broth, Dijon and liquor.
- Toss the shredded cheese with the flour and add to the pot. Cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and smooth. Add the sour cream and cilantro and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Place the fondue pot on a warmer and serve with chopped apples and cubed sourdough bread.