1 1/2 cups (about 12-ounces) mascarpone cheese2 tablespoons granulated sugar1 1/2 tablespoons Amaretto flavored liqueurorespresso coffee1/2 teaspoon orange extract, optional1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon groundorfreshly grated nutmeg
For Dipping: Grilled or broiled peaches, nectarines and pears
In a small-size saucepan, heat mascarpone cheese over low heat, stirring constantly, until melted. Stir in sugar, Amaretto and orange extract [...]
4 cups (about 1 pound) sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded1 teasponplus1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1 1/4 cups sparkling apple cider1/4 cup lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground nutmegFreshly ground black pepper to taste
For dipping: Bite-size pieces of cooked chicken, pork sausages, waffle pieces, pizzelles (thin Italian cookies), strudel, apple wedges, cubes of cheddar [...]
2 (12-ounce each) packages frozen mixed berriesor1 package each strawberries and raspberries, thawed1/4 cup granulated sugar1 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
For Dipping: Bite-size pieces of domestic Brie, Edam, Havarti and Port du Salut, ladyfingers and ginger cookies
Puree berries in a food processor until smooth. Pour the puree into a strainer over a medium-size saucepan. [...]
1/2 cup milk1 (11-ounce) package NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Butterscotch Flavored Morsels1 (7-ounce) jar marshmallow creme1 cup dry-roasted peanuts, finely chopped8 Granny Smith applesorother tart apple, sliced
Heat milk in small, heavy-duty saucepan over medium-high heat just until hot (do not boil). Reduce heat to low. Add morsels; stir until smooth. Whisk in marshmallow creme until smooth. [...]
1/2 cup milk1 (11-ounce) packageor1 2/3 cups NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Peanut Butter & Milk Chocolate Morsels1 (7-ounce) jar marshmallow creme1 cup graham cracker crumbs8 Granny Smith apples, cored and sliced
Heat milk in medium, heavy-duty saucepan over medium-high heat just until hot (Do Not Boil). Reduce heat to low. Add morsels; stir until smooth. Whisk in [...]
1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 cup water1 (16-ounce) can Ocean Spray® Jellied Cranberry Sauce1/2 cup raspberry liqueur
Combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Set aside.
Melt cranberry sauce in a medium saucepan, whisking frequently. Add liqueur to saucepan. When mixture begins to boil, add the cornstarch mixture, whisking until sauce thickens.
Transfer to a fondue pot and keep [...]
1 cup (6-ounce package) semi-sweet chocolate chips6 ounces (3/4 package) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup milk2 to 3 tablespoons raspberry liqueurorraspberry syrupPinch of salt
For Dipping: Strawberries, sliced bananas, fresh pineapple cubes and angel food or pound cake; cut in bite-size pieces
Combine all ingredients in a small-size heavy-bottomed saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the [...]
2 (10-ounce) packages Classic Recipes Welsh Rarebit1/4 cup sour cream1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce2 tablespoons dry sherry (optional)
Combine Welsh Rarebit, Cheddar cheese, sour cream, flour, pepper sauce and sherry in medium sauce pan; cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat until mixture just comes to a boil. Transfer [...]
Assorted Fruits
Banana slicesApple slicesKiwi chunksPear chunksGrapes, red and greenStrawberries, wholeNectarine chunksCantaloupe balls or chunksMelon ballsorchunksColored toothpicks
With colored toothpicks or fingers, dip assorted fruit in one or both of the following dips:
Cold Creamy Raspberry Dip
2 cups frozen individual raspberries, frozen1 cup vanilla low-fat yogurt4 teaspoons granulated sugar
In a blender or food processor, whip [...]
1 1/2 cups (6-ounces) crumbled feta cheese2 teaspoon cornstarch1 1/4 cup milk1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, cut in pieces1/3 cup lemon juice3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, OR 1 1/2 tablespoons dried dill1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint, OR 1 1/2 teaspoons dried mint1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
For dipping: Cooked bite-size lamb or beef meatballs, cooked shrimp, [...]