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Pesto Cheese Fondue

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Ingredients

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1 cup lightly packed basil leaves
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese (2 ounces)
2 tablespoons finely shredded romano cheese
2 medium garlic cloves
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups finely shredded fontina cheese (6 ounces)
1 1/2 cups finely shredded swiss cheese (6 ounces)
1/2 cup finely shredded romano cheese (2 ounces)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup dry white wine
vegetables, for dipping (optional)
bread, for dipping (optional)

Nutritional information

206.8
Calories
152 g
Calories From Fat
16.9 g
Total Fat
6 g
Saturated Fat
27.3 mg
Cholesterol
189.4 mg
Sodium
3.2 g
Carbs
0.4 g
Dietary Fiber
0.6 g
Sugars
8.5 g
Protein
58g
Serving Size

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Pesto Cheese Fondue

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    You're right - this is out of this world! Made this for our "Family Night" last week. My kids love it when I get out the fondue pot - I'll be making this again! I served it with grilled chicken strips, bread, pretzels, steamed muchrooms and blanched broccoli and cauliflower. Made for Aussie/NZ Recipe Swap July 2008.

    • 50 min
    • Serves 16
    • Easy

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    Pesto Cheese Fondue, Source: Better Homes & Garden website This recipe is out of this world!!, You’re right – this is out of this world! Made this for our Family Night last week My kids love it when I get out the fondue pot – I’ll be making this again! I served it with grilled chicken strips, bread, pretzels, steamed muchrooms and blanched broccoli and cauliflower Made for Aussie/NZ Recipe Swap July 2008 , Source: Better Homes & Garden website This recipe is out of this world!!


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    Steps

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    Place Basil Leaves, Walnuts, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, and Garlic in a Food Processor Bowl or Blender Container.

    2
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    Cover, and Process or Blend Until Paste Begins to Form, Stopping the Machine Several Times to Scrape the Sides.

    3
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    With Machine Running Slowly, Gradually Add Olive Oil, and Blend or Process Until Consistency of Soft Butter.

    4
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    Add Salt and Pepper to Taste.

    5
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    Cover and Chill 1/4 Cup of the Pesto For Another Use, Such as to Toss With Pasta or Spread Over Garlic Toast.

    6
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    Bring Shredded Cheeses to Room Temperature; Toss With the 3 Tablespoons Flour; Set Aside.

    7
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    Heat Wine in a Large Saucepan Over Medium Heat Until Small Bubbles Rise to the Surface.

    8
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    Just Before the Wine Boils, Reduce Heat to Low and Stir in Cheese Mixture a Little at a Time, Stirring Constantly and Making Sure the Cheese Melts Before Adding More.

    9
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    Cook and Stir Until Mixture Bubbles Gently.

    10
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    Transfer Mixture to Fondue Pot.

    11
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    Spoon 3/4 Cup of the Pesto in Spiral Pattern on Top of Cheese Mixture; Gently Cut Through Cheese to Marble.

    12
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    Keep Mixture Bubbling Gently Over a Fondue Burner.

    13
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    Serve With Bread and Vegetables For Dipping.

    14
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    Makes 2 Cups (16 Servings).

    15
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    Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare Basil Mixture; Cover and Chill Up to 24 Hours.

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