| Like it or not, Fondues are back, and winter party | | | | in until blended. |
| season will soon be upon us. Don't get caught | | | | Bring this mixture to a slow simmer. |
| scrambling for ideas. Be prepared this year with a | | | | -While still on the heat, fold in one pound of |
| sure winner. This cheesy dip is great for all | | | | shredded cheddar cheese until melted. |
| occasions, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and | | | | -Fresh ground pepper to taste if you feel it's |
| New Year's Eve. It can be made ahead of time | | | | needed. |
| and served at a moments notice. | | | | If dip becomes a little too thick, add small |
| Cheddar Broccoli Dip | | | | amounts of milk to thin it out. |
| Served warm, makes a good comfort food as an | | | | Serve this delicious dip with crackers, carrot and |
| appetizer too. In a 2 quart sauce pan or pot, on | | | | celery sticks, bread sticks, or chips, the list is |
| medium heat: | | | | endless and guaranteed to please. Share now or |
| -Simply sauté one small diced onion and two | | | | make it a day or two early and simply reheat in |
| cups of chopped broccoli (very small pieces), | | | | the microwave for a few minutes until its warm |
| fresh or frozen, in four tablespoons of butter or | | | | enough to serve. |
| margarine, until onion and broccoli is soft. | | | | SECRET- Double the milk amount and Voila!, you |
| -Sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon of salt. | | | | have a fantastic soup, I like to serve mine in a |
| -Then add one can of Cream of Mushroom soup. | | | | bread bowl with a sprinkle of freshly chopped |
| -Fill the empty soup can with whole milk. Stir milk | | | | parsley. |