BEER AND ITALIAN SAUSAGE FONDUE

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Eighteen 1/3-inch-thick baguette slices, cut diagonally
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh oregano
2 teaspoons fennel seeds, crushed using a mortar and pestle or place in a zip top bag and crush with a rolling pin
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup beer, such as a brown ale, pale ale or lager, at room temperature, plus extra, as needed
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 teaspoons fennel seeds, crushed using a mortar and pestle or place in a zip top bag and crush with a rolling pin
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups packed coarsely grated extra-sharp white Cheddar (about 8 ounces)
2 cups packed coarsely grated fontina (about 8 ounces)
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • For the crostini: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Arrange the baguette slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Mix the oil, garlic, oregano and fennel seeds in a small bowl. Brush the oil mixture over the top of the baguette slices. Sprinkle lightly with pepper. Bake the baguette slices until lightly toasted but still slightly soft, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • For the fondue: Mix together the beer and mustard in a small bowl. Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large nonstick skillet. Add the sausage, onions, fennel seeds, salt and pepper. Break the sausage into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon and cook until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Stir in the flour. Add the beer mixture and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Gradually add the Cheddar, fontina and Parmesan, stirring constantly, until the cheese is melted and smooth. Keep warm over low heat. If the fondue becomes too thick, gradually stir in extra beer, 1 tablespoon at a time.
  • Serve the fondue with the crostini.

Rajia Sultana
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others. It's a great way to use up leftover beer and Italian sausage.


Family history
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I'm not a big fan of beer, but I really enjoyed this fondue. The beer flavor was subtle and not overpowering.


Chu Obele
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Overall, I thought the fondue was just okay. I wouldn't make it again.


Skye Mallory
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The fondue was a bit too salty. I think I used too much salt.


Brenton Rodkey
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The fondue was a bit greasy. I think I used too much butter.


Aamir Amwani
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The fondue was too runny. I had to add more cheese to thicken it up.


Binwa Asokolo
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The fondue was too thick. I had to add more beer to thin it out.


dorothy Mdluli
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The fondue was easy to make, but it took longer than the recipe said it would.


Aman Rajar
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I thought the fondue was a bit bland. I would have liked it to have more flavor.


Pheladi Shai
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This fondue was a little too spicy for my taste, but my friends loved it.


MD Susan
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5 stars!


Tek Nath
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This fondue is definitely a keeper. I'll be making it again and again.


Akosua Papabi
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I wasn't sure how the beer and Italian sausage would taste together, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors melded together perfectly.


RK RAMIM HOSSEN RAJ
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The Italian sausage is a great addition to this fondue. It adds a nice spice and smokiness.


kelvin mochaka
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I love that this recipe uses beer instead of white wine. It gives the fondue a more robust flavor.


Joshua Howard
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This fondue is the perfect appetizer for a party. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Anika Orna
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I was so excited to try this recipe, and it did not disappoint! The fondue was rich and flavorful, and the beer and Italian sausage gave it a really unique twist.


Moiz BuTt
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I've always been a fan of beer cheese fondue, but this recipe takes it to the next level. The Italian sausage adds a delicious savory flavor.


Daniel Sekpey
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This fondue was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of beer and Italian sausage.