Cheese Fondue
Cheese fondue is a warm, melty, and savory dish made with a blend of cheeses, wine, and seasoning. It’s perfect for entertaining or cozy meals, and ideal for dipping bread, veggies, fruits, or cured meats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 as a main or 6–8 as an appetizer
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Swiss
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb Gruyère cheese, grated
- 1/2 lb Emmental or Swiss cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 clove garlic, halved
- 1 cup dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon kirsch (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Pinch of ground nutmeg
- Bread cubes, for dipping
- Optional dippers: blanched vegetables, apple slices, cooked potatoes, cured meats
Instructions
- Grate the cheeses and toss with cornstarch in a bowl. Set aside.
- Rub the inside of a fondue pot or saucepan with the halved garlic clove, then discard the garlic.
- Add wine and lemon juice to the pot and heat over medium until hot but not boiling.
- Gradually stir in the cheese mixture, stirring in a figure-eight motion until melted and smooth.
- Stir in kirsch if using, and season with black pepper and nutmeg.
- Transfer the fondue to a fondue pot over low heat to keep warm.
- Serve immediately with bread cubes and desired dippers.
Notes
Use quality cheese for best flavor and smooth texture.Keep heat low while melting to avoid curdling.Prepare all dippers before melting cheese for smooth serving.Fondue is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently.Omit wine and use broth with lemon juice for a non-alcoholic version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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