Cheddar Fondue

Health score
6%
Cheddar Fondue
20 min.
10
335kcal

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Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Cheddar Fondue, a dish that transforms any gathering into a memorable culinary experience. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a cozy evening with friends, this fondue recipe is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 20 minutes—but also serves up to 10 people, making it ideal for parties or family get-togethers.

Imagine the aroma of melted Cheddar cheese wafting through the air as you gather around the fondue pot, dipping an array of colorful vegetables like bell pepper strips, broccoli flowerets, and cherry tomatoes. The combination of flavors and textures creates a delightful experience that will have everyone coming back for more. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, this dish is a satisfying choice that doesn’t compromise on taste.

Whether you’re hosting a casual lunch or an elegant dinner, Cheddar Fondue is sure to impress your guests. The process of dipping and swirling vegetables in the warm, gooey cheese adds an interactive element to your meal, making it not just about the food, but about the shared experience. So gather your fondue forks, prepare to indulge, and let the cheesy goodness of this Cheddar Fondue bring joy to your table!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • 1.5 lb cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.3 teaspoon hot sauce red
  • serving cherry tomatoes assorted (bell pepper strips, broccoli flowerets, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms)

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. In heavy 3-quart saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour. Cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in broth; heat to boiling. Boil 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until mixture is thick and smooth.
  2. Reduce heat to low.
  3. Add cheese, 1 cup at a time, stirring over low heat until cheese is melted and mixture is smooth. Stir in pepper sauce.
  4. Pour cheese mixture into fondue pot; keep warm over low heat.
  5. Spear vegetables with fondue forks. Dip and swirl vegetables in fondue.

Nutrition Facts

Calories335kcal
Protein19.74%
Fat74.49%
Carbs5.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.2
Glycemic Load
2.17
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
9.8413043384967%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:334.57kcal
16.73%
Fat:27.82g
42.8%
Saturated Fat:14.02g
87.64%
Carbohydrates:4.85g
1.62%
Net Carbohydrates:4.66g
1.69%
Sugar:0.75g
0.84%
Cholesterol:68.74mg
22.91%
Sodium:633.6mg
27.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.59g
33.19%
Calcium:486.25mg
48.63%
Phosphorus:321.86mg
32.19%
Selenium:20.53µg
29.33%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.1%
Vitamin A:957.98IU
19.16%
Zinc:2.56mg
17.1%
Vitamin B12:0.73µg
12.23%
Folate:21.99µg
5.5%
Vitamin E:0.79mg
5.23%
Magnesium:20.92mg
5.23%
Vitamin C:3.46mg
4.19%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.84%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.22%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.03%
Manganese:0.06mg
3%
Potassium:96.87mg
2.77%
Vitamin D:0.41µg
2.72%
Copper:0.04mg
2.17%
Iron:0.38mg
2.11%
Vitamin K:2.06µg
1.96%
Vitamin B3:0.38mg
1.89%