Johnny Carino’s Pepper Jack Crab Fondue – Copycat

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

Johnny Carino's Pepper Jack Crab Fondue - Copycat recipe

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

540

Sugar

Fat

53g

Johnny Carino's Pepper Jack Crab Fondue is a classic recipe that has been recreated here for you to make at home. The combination of melted pepper jack cheese and crab meat create a creamy, delicious fondue that is perfect for dipping bread or crackers. The addition of garlic and jalapeno adds a nice kick of flavor that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Serve this fondue at your next get-together and impress your guests with this delicious party dish.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2.	Add garlic, jalapeno, and onion and cook until the onion is transparent.
3.	Add the heavy cream to the saucepan and stir to combine.
4.	Slowly add the Monterey jack pepper cheese to the saucepan, stirring until fully melted.
5.	Add the diced tomato and crab meat to the saucepan and cook until everything is heated through.
6.	Serve the fondue hot with bread or crackers for dipping.

PROS

This pepper jack crab fondue is a great appetizer for parties or gatherings.

The melted cheese gives it a creamy texture that pairs well with the crab meat.

The jalapeno and garlic add a nice kick of flavor.

CONS

This fondue is high in calories and fat due to the heavy cream and cheese.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this fondue is not particularly healthy, the crab meat provides a good source of protein.
The garlic and jalapeno contain compounds that have been linked to various health benefits, such as boosting the immune system and reducing inflammation.

	1/2 cup melted butter
	3 cups heavy cream
	3 lbs monterey jack pepper cheese
	diced tomato
	jalapeno
	garlic
	red onion
	basil