GARLICKY CHEESE FONDUE

Garlicky Cheese Fondue image

Provided by Spankie

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

8 ounces monterey jack cheese, coarsely grated
8 ounces muenster cheese, coarsely grated
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon kirsch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
tiny new potatoes, parboiled
lightly steamed broccoli floret
lightly steamed cauliflower floret
lightly steamed asparagus
button mushroom, wiped clean and stems removed
cubed smoked ham
cooked sliced sausage
long thick pretzel stick
lightly toasted cubes French bread

Steps:

In a bowl or large plastic bag, combine the cheeses and toss with the cornstarch to coat. Set aside until ready to use.
In a fondue pot or large heavy saucepan, bring the wine and garlic to a simmer over medium-low heat.
Add the cheese, a bit at a time, stirring well to prevent from clumping, and cook until melted.
Add the kirsch, salt, pepper and nutmeg; stir well, and cook, stirring until the mixture is smooth, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Adjust the seasonings to taste.
Set the pot over a candle or canned heat and serve hot with assorted dipping items.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500.1, Fat 35.3, SaturatedFat 22.3, Cholesterol 107.9, Sodium 972.5, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 28.1