Mexican Fondue
Dive into the irresistible gooey richness of Mexican Fondue, a fiesta-ready twist on a classic favorite! This creamy dip combines two crowd-pleasing cheeses—Monterey Jack and Cheddar—blended with vibrant ingredients like diced tomatoes with green chilies, spicy jalapeño, and fragrant garlic. Infused with warm spices like chili powder and cumin, this fondue delivers bold, authentic flavors in every melty bite. Perfect for sharing at parties or cozy gatherings, it pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, cubed bread, or fresh veggies for dipping. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this dish is guaranteed to be the ultimate centerpiece for your next celebration.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes with green chilies (canned)
- 1 medium Jalapeño, finely chopped
- 1.5 cups Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
- as desired Tortilla chips or cubed bread (for serving)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, toss the Monterey Jack cheese and Cheddar cheese with the cornstarch until evenly coated. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies and the finely chopped jalapeño. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Gradually pour in the whole milk, stirring constantly, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low. Slowly add the cheese mixture, one handful at a time, stirring constantly until the cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth before adding more.
Once all the cheese has been incorporated, stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, and salt. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes, stirring until well combined and creamy.
Transfer the fondue to a warmed fondue pot or serving dish to keep warm. If desired, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, bread cubes, or fresh cut vegetables for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
525 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.1 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.5 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 113 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 1113 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.4 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 746 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 323 mg | 7% | |
*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.
