Smoked Mozzarella Fonduta
By
Stefanie Wilson
@swkuntrygirl
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If you've ever been to Olive Garden and had this appetizer, then you know it's wonderful. Enjoy!!! :o)
Blue Ribbon Recipe
So savory, so smoky, so satisfying, so GOOD! Serve this cheese dip as an appetizer the next time you're hosting a group of friends or family. They are going to love this wonderfully creamy dip. It's a very rich and satisfying dish. 
Rating:
★★★★★ 8 votes5
Comments:
Serves:
8 Servings
Prep:
15 Min
Cook:
10 Min
Method:
Bake
Ingredients
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1 pkgItalian bread, sliced into 1/4 inch slices
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1 csour cream
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1 tspthyme
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1/2 tspcrushed red pepper
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1/4 tspcayenne pepper
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3 cshredded mozzarella or smoked mozzerella*
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3 cshredded provolone or smoked provolone*
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3 Tbspgrated Parmesan
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3 Tbspgrated Romano
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8 tspfresh diced tomatoes
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·fresh chopped parsley
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NOTE:
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·*this recipe calls for one of these two cheeses to be smoked and one to be regular
How to Make Smoked Mozzarella Fonduta
- Preheat oven to 450 F. Arrange sliced Italian bread flat on a baking sheet.
- Cover with foil. Set aside until ready to use.
- Combine sour cream, thyme, red pepper, cayenne pepper, and four kinds of cheese in a large bowl. Blend thoroughly.
- If serving family style, spray an 8" x 10" casserole dish with pan spray.
- Then use a spatula to transfer the mixture. For individual servings, spray eight individual heat-resistant serving bowls, such as souffle cups, with pan spray and fill each with 1/2 cup of mixture. Place individual bowls on a baking sheet. Using a large spoon, spread cheese mixture to create an even surface.
- Bake on center rack in oven.
- After five minutes, place the baking sheet with bread, still covered, in the oven. Bake for an additional five minutes.
- Remove bread and fonduta from the oven. Garnish with diced tomatoes and parsley. Arrange bread slices around the bowl(s) and serve immediately.
