Tex-Mex Cheese Fondue Recipe

Name: Tex-Mex Cheese Fondue
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs gruyere or 1 1/4 lbs swiss cheese, grated; 1 lb monterey jack cheese, grated; 1/4 cup flour; 2 garlic cloves, halved; 2 1/2 cups white wine; 3 tablespoons tequila; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 tablespoons jalapeno peppers, chopped (use the seeds too for an extra kick); salt; pepper; For dipping; crusty bread cubes (the restaurant I went to used an assortment of breads, I thought this is a great way to use leftover); sausage, cooked and sliced (kielbasa or hot Italian); vegetables, sliced in big chunks

Servings: persons

1 1/4 lbs gruyere or 1 1/4 lbs swiss cheese, grated
1 lb monterey jack cheese, grated
1/4 cup flour
2 garlic cloves, halved
2 1/2 cups white wine
3 tablespoons tequila
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons jalapeno peppers, chopped (use the seeds too for an extra kick)
salt
pepper
For dipping
crusty bread cubes (the restaurant I went to used an assortment of breads, I thought this is a great way to use leftover)
sausage, cooked and sliced (kielbasa or hot Italian)
vegetables, sliced in big chunks

1
Place both cheese in a large bowl and add flour, toss.
2
Rub inside of fondue pot with garlic. Discard garlic.
3
Add wine and tequila to pot and warm over medium heat until tiny bubbles appear.
4
Add one handful of cheese mixture to wine mixture and stir constantly until cheese melts. ADJUST HEAT SO MIXTURE DOES NOT BOIL.
5
Repeat with remaining cheese; stirring until thick. Stir in cilantro and chilies and season with salt and pepper.
6
Set pot over candles or Sterno on serving table. Serve with skewers of bread cubes, sausages and/or vegetables.
7
Serve with tortilla chips if desired.

1133

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 lbs gruyere or 1 1/4 lbs swiss cheese, grated, 1 lb monterey jack cheese, grated, 1/4 cup flour, 2 garlic cloves, halved, and more.

Yes, Tex-Mex Cheese Fondue 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.

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Tex-Mex Cheese Fondue

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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