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Spinach and Artichoke Fondue

A rich, velvety crowd-pleasing appetizer combining RC Unseasoned Cream Sauce, RC Instant Alfredo Cheese Sauce, RC Harvest Vegetable Base, tender fresh spinach, artichoke hearts, dry sherry wine, and melted Swiss and Parmesan cheeses.

Yield / Servings

1 Gallon Yield

Category

Appetizers / Dips & Fondues

Ingredients

14 Components
RC Unseasoned Cream Sauce Mix Prepared with 1½ qts. cold water 6¼ oz.
RC Instant Alfredo Cheese Sauce Mix Prepared with 1 qt. cold water 8 oz.
RC Harvest Vegetable Base Prepared with 8 oz. water 2 tsp.
Fresh Onion Minced 8 oz.
Fresh Garlic Minced 2 Tbsp.
Garlic Powder 2 tsp.
Onion Powder ½ tsp.
Ground Nutmeg ¼ tsp.
Ground White Pepper ½ tsp.
Parmesan Cheese Grated 4 oz.
Fresh Spinach Julienned 1 lb.
Canned Artichokes Chopped, drained 1 lb.
Dry Sherry Wine 16 oz.
Swiss Cheese Shredded 1½ lbs.

Preparation Steps

1
Prepare Sauce Mix Bases

Prepare 6¼ oz. RC Unseasoned Cream Sauce Mix with 1½ quarts cold water and 8 oz. RC Instant Alfredo Cheese Sauce Mix with 1 quart cold water separately, following package label directions until smooth.

2
Sauté Aromatics in Harvest Stock

In a heavy-gauge soup pot, combine 2 tsp. RC Harvest Vegetable Base prepared with 8 oz. water, 2 Tbsp. minced fresh garlic, and 8 oz. minced fresh onion. Cook over medium heat until the onion is transparent and fragrant.

3
Combine Ingredients & Melt Cheeses

Add both prepared sauce mixtures to the pot along with 2 tsp. garlic powder, ½ tsp. onion powder, ¼ tsp. nutmeg, ½ tsp. white pepper, 4 oz. grated Parmesan cheese, 1 lb. julienned fresh spinach, 1 lb. chopped canned artichokes, 16 oz. dry sherry wine, and 1½ lbs. shredded Swiss cheese.

4
Simmer & Adjust Consistency

Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently until all cheeses are completely melted and smooth. Taste and check seasoning. If the fondue thickens excessively on a steam table during service, thin to desired consistency with additional prepared warm RC Harvest Vegetable Base.

Chef Notes & Kitchen Holding Tips

Dual Sauce Emulsion Advantage: Blending RC Unseasoned Cream Sauce Mix with RC Instant Alfredo Cheese Sauce Mix produces a stable, silky fondue that resists breaking or curdling on heat lamps or chaffing dishes.

Serving Ideas: Serve bubbling hot in a cast iron skillet or fondue pot accompanied by toasted garlic crostini, warm pita triangles, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetable crudités.