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Cheesy pizza fondue

Fabulous fondue
just for kids
Kori Ellis

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Fondue isn't just for adults. This velvety dip is a fantastic choice for a kids party or a family snack. The Cheesy Pizza Fondue features all the elements of cheese pizza, but it's more nutritious.
Cheesy pizza fondue
Kids love dipping the warm pita triangles in this fabulous dip. However you can also use it as a dip for chicken fingers, oven-baked fries, veggies or just about anything else.

Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons toasted breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 2 slices pepperoni, finely chopped (optional)
  • 2 ounces (1/2 cup) finely shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 2 whole-wheat pita breads (each cut in 6 triangles), warm
Preparation Time: Approximately 5 minutes

Cook Time: Approximately 5 minutes

Preparation

Mix breadcrumbs and milk in a small bowl until fully moistened; set aside.

Combine tomato sauce and pepperoni (if using) in a small saucepan and heat to simmering.

Stir in breadcrumb-milk mixture and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

Remove from heat and stir in cheeses until melted.  Transfer to a serving bowl and serve with warm pita triangles for dipping.

Servings: 6

Nutritional Information Per Serving (without optional ingredients): Calories 110; Total fat 3g; Saturated fat 1.5g; Cholesterol 5mg; Sodium 520mg; Carbohydrate 16g; Fiber 2g; Protein 5g; Vitamin A 6%DV*; Vitamin C 8%DV; Calcium 10%DV; Iron 8%DV

*Daily Value

Recipe courtesy of Mealtime.org

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Kori Ellis is an editor and writer based in San Antonio, TX, where she lives with her husband and two labs, Yogi and Deuce. At SheKnows, she contributes articles to the Beauty & Style channel and several other sections. Additionally, Kori has been published in dozens of magazines, newspapers and websites worldwide, writing about everything from wedding planning to fantasy sports. She's the Senior Editor at b5media.com and the guide to Accessories at About.com.
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