Tex Mex Fondue
Turn your next gathering into a spicy fiesta with this indulgent Tex-Mex Fondue! Packed with the warm, zesty flavors of melted Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, this quick and easy recipe is elevated with bold ingredients like diced tomatoes with green chilies, vibrant salsa, and a touch of ground cumin and chili powder. Creamy yet full of punch, this fondue is finished with a hint of lime juice and fresh cilantro for a refreshing twist. Perfect for dipping tortilla chips, crispy veggies, or bread, it's an irresistible centerpiece for game nights, parties, or casual dinners. Ready in just 25 minutes, this Tex-Mex-inspired cheese fondue is sure to be the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes with green chilies (canned)
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 cup Salsa
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 6 cups Tortilla chips (for serving)
- 2 cups Vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, celery, sliced for dipping)
Instructions
Grate the cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese into a large bowl.
Toss the grated cheeses with the cornstarch to coat evenly. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Reduce heat to low and pour in the milk. Stir gently and let it warm through (do not boil).
Gradually add the cheese mixture to the saucepan, one handful at a time, stirring constantly until the cheese is melted and smooth. Repeat until all the cheese is incorporated.
Stir in the salsa, ground cumin, chili powder, cayenne pepper, lime juice, and salt. Mix well to combine.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.
Transfer the fondue to a warm fondue pot or serve it directly from the saucepan.
Serve with tortilla chips, fresh vegetable dippers, or bread cubes for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 265.1 g | 340% | |
| Saturated Fat | 112.9 g | 564% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 510 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 9118 mg | 396% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 365.2 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.3 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.8 g | ||
| Protein | 147.5 g | 295% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 3464 mg | 266% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 4046 mg | 86% | |
*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.
