Cheddar Cheese Fondue with Apples and Radishes

Name: Cheddar Cheese Fondue with Apples and Radishes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sweet white wine, such as Riesling; 3/4 cup water; 1 small shallot, minced; 8 ounces 50% reduced-fat cheddar cheese, such as Cabot, shredded; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 3 tablespoons real bacon bits, such as Hormel Real Bacon Bits; Pinch of cayenne pepper; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup radishes; 2 Granny Smith apples, cored and cut into wedges

Servings: persons

1
In a small saucepan, bring the wine, water, and shallot to a boil over high heat.
2
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture until the shallots are tender and about 1 cup of the liquid remains, about 3 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, toss the cheese with the cornstarch in a medium bowl to coat evenly.
4
Whisk a small amount of the cheese mixture into the simmering shallot liquid until it is melted.
5
Continue to whisk in small amounts of the cheese mixture until it is all incorporated and the fondue is smooth and melted.
6
Stir in the bacon and cayenne, and season the fondue with salt and pepper to taste.
7
Transfer the fondue to a fondue pot and serve with the radishes and apples for dipping.
8
Adding a small amount of cornstarch to a dish that would normally require cream or butter can provide body and creaminess without adding a lick of fat.
9
Fat: 80g (before), 10.3g (after)
10
Calories: 1,490 (before), 248 (after)
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Protein: 19g
12
Carbohydrates: 18g
13
Cholesterol: 34 mg
14
Fiber: 3g
15
Sodium: 666mg

329

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup sweet white wine, such as Riesling, 3/4 cup water, 1 small shallot, minced, 8 ounces 50% reduced-fat cheddar cheese, such as Cabot, shredded, and more.

Yes, Cheddar Cheese Fondue with Apples and Radishes falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!