Amaretto Mascarpone Fondue

1 1/2 cups (about 12 ounces) mascarpone cheese
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons amaretto flavored liqueur or espresso coffee
1/2 teaspoon orange extract (optional)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Grilled or broiled peaches, nectarines, pears for dipping (see recipe below)

Constantly stir mascarpone cheese in a small saucepan over low heat until melted. Stir in sugar, amaretto and orange extract and heat 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a ceramic fondue pot and keep warm over a fondue burner. Sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg.

The fondue may be served in the pot or in individually warmed ramekins. Serve with grilled or broiled fruit.

For grilled fruit:
9 firm ripe peaches, nectarine or pears
1/2 cup butter (1 stick), melted

Preheat grill or broiler. Cut fruit in halves and remove pits. Brush lightly with a little melted butter. Grill fruit over medium-hot coals just until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Don’t allow fruit to get too soft. The fruit may also be broiled 3 to 4 minutes, turning once.

Makes 6 servings
Source: Western Dairy Council