Cheese and Artichoke Fondue
1 1/2 cups diced process American cheese (8 oz.)
1 cup milk
1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. ground mustard
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (6 oz.)
1 can (14 oz.) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1/4 cup chopped roasted red bell peppers or diced pimiento
Fondue Dippers (below)
Mix American cheese, milk, Worcestershire sauce, flour and mustard in 3 qt. saucepan. Cook over med.-low heat, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted.
Stir in Cheddar cheese until melted. Stir in artichoke hearts and bell peppers.
Transfer cheese mixture to fondue pot. Keep warm over low flame. Serve with Fondue Dippers of your choice.
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Fondue Dippers
French or herb bread cubes
Soft breadsticks
Cutup bagels
Vegetables (sliced carrots, cherry tomatoes, broccoli flowerets, cauliflowerets)
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