Cheddar Harvest Fondue

3/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash ground black pepper
3/4 cup apple juice
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 cups Italian bread cut in 1" cubes
4 cups assorted blanched veggies

In a medium saucepan combine until smooth: milk, apple juice, flour, mustard, onion powder, salt and black pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture thickens and boils; cook and stir one minute longer. Remove from heat; add cheese; stir until melted. Transfer to a fondue pot; keep warm. Serve with bread cubes and assorted vegetables. This makes 4 portions (about 2 cups).