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Cheesy Roasted Jalapeño Fondue

Learn how to make a perfect cheese fondue, then try my recipe for fondue with roasted jalapeños, cheddar, pepper jack and smoked paprika.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 508 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (2 cups)
  • 8 ounces shredded pepper jack cheese (2 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3-4 roasted jalapeños, minced

Instructions

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  1. Prepare the fondue pot by slicing a fresh garlic clove in half, then rubbing the sides and base of the pot with the cut side of the garlic.
  2. Pour wine and cornstarch into a saucepan on the stovetop. Whisk over medium low heat until the cornstarch fully dissolves into the liquid.
  3. Begin adding the shredded cheese to the pot gradually, one handful at a time. Whisk the cheese continuously as it melts.
  4. Let each handful of cheese melt before adding the next handful. Do not raise the heat or let the cheese come to a boil.
  5. When all of the cheese is melted, check the texture. If it seems too thick or lumpy, add a little more wine and whisk until the texture is smooth and right for dipping.
  6. Add the minced roasted jalapenos to the pot and whisk to blend.
  7. Whisk in the smoked paprika until well blended.
  8. Transfer the melted cheese mixture to your fondue pot. Turn the pot on or light the heat source; keep the heat very low so the cheese stays soft, but doesn't boil.
  9. Serve cheese fondue with bread, lightly steamed vegetables, crackers, or my personal favorite--pretzel challah! 

Nutrition Information

Calories 508kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 36g (55%) Saturated Fat 22g (110%) Cholesterol 109mg (36%) Sodium 660mg (28%) Potassium 181mg (5%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1365IU (27%) Vitamin C 12.5mg (14%) Calcium 837mg (84%) Iron 1.1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 508

% Daily Value*

Calories 508kcal 25%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 36g 55%
Saturated Fat 22g 110%
Cholesterol 109mg 36%
Sodium 660mg 28%
Potassium 181mg 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1365IU 27%
Vitamin C 12.5mg 14%
Calcium 837mg 84%
Iron 1.1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.