Hot Ham Chile and Cheese Fondue
Dive into indulgent comfort with this Hot Ham Chile and Cheese Fondue, a creamy, savory blend of melted cheddar and pepper jack cheeses infused with smoky diced ham, zesty green chiles, and a hint of Dijon mustard. Perfectly thickened with a butter and garlic roux, this luscious fondue delivers an irresistible balance of bold flavors, spiced with paprika and black pepper for a subtle kick. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing appetizer can be served with an assortment of dippers like crusty bread, soft pretzels, and crisp veggies for a party-ready centerpiece. Whether it’s game day, a cozy night in, or your next gathering, this cheese fondue is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup diced ham
- 0.5 cup green chiles, diced (canned or fresh)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a light roux.
Gradually add the milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the shredded cheddar and pepper jack cheeses, one handful at a time, until melted and smooth.
Stir in the diced ham, green chiles, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Cook for 2-3 minutes to warm the mixture through and meld the flavors.
Transfer the fondue to a warmed fondue pot or small slow cooker to keep it heated during serving.
Serve immediately with your choice of dippers: crusty bread cubes, soft pretzels, fresh vegetables, or tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2372 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.3 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.3 g | 566% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 645 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 5833 mg | 254% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.9 g | ||
| Protein | 120.2 g | 240% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 2903 mg | 223% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1660 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
