ISRAELI FONDUE

Israeli Fondue

2 avocados, halved and stoned
3 teaspoons lemon juice
1 clove garlic, halved
3/4 cup dry white wine
3 cups grated Edam cheese
2 teaspoons flour
5 tablespoons thick sour cream
Cubes of sesame-coated French bread
Cubes of red and green bell pepper

Scoop out flesh from avocados into a bowl and mash until smooth with lemon juice. Rub the inside of the fondue pot with cut clove of garlic, then pour in wine and heat until bubbling. Over a gentle heat, stir in cheese and cook until melted, stirring frequently.

In a small bowl, blend flour smoothly with or sour cream, then add to cheese mixture with mashed avocados. Continue to cook for 4 to 5 minutes until thick and smooth, stirring frequently. Serve with cubes of bread and red and green pepper.

Serves 4 to 6.