Chocolate Fondue

Preparation

1. Place chocolate, cream, espresso, vanilla and salt in a medium microwave-safe bowl; microwave on Medium, stirring every 20 seconds, until melted, 1-2 minutes. (Alternatively, see “No Microwave?” below.)
2. Pour the chocolate mixture into a serving bowl. Serve with fruit.

Tips

1. Kitchen Tip: If you don’t have an espresso maker, look for instant espresso powder at your supermarket.

2. No Microwave? Place chopped chocolate in the top of a double boiler over hot, but not boiling water. Gently stir until almost melted. Remove from the heat and stir until the chocolate melts completely.

Equipment: Fondue forks or bamboo skewers

Per serving: 345 calories; 19 g fat (10 g saturated fat, 2 g mono unsaturated fat); 20 mg cholesterol; 54 g carbohydrates; 4 g protein; 7 g fiber; 81 mg sodium; 382 mg potassium

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (90% daily value).

Exchanges: 2 fruit, 1 carbohydrate (other), 4 fat

Contributed by: EatingWell.com

The chocolate will stiffen if it gets cold, so enjoy it while it’s still warm. Skewer and dip anything you like − pear slices, dried apricots, even marshmallows.