Best 6 Gruyere And Cider Fondue Recipes

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Gruyère and cider fondue is a classic Swiss dish that has been enjoyed for centuries, loved for its rich, creamy texture and its complex flavors. Made with a combination of Gruyère cheese, hard cider, and a variety of seasonings, Gruyère and cider fondue is a deliciously versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer or main course and can be easily customized to suit your own taste preferences. In this article, we will explore the best recipes for making Gruyère and cider fondue, providing you with step-by-step instructions, tips for achieving the perfect consistency, and suggestions for creating unique flavor variations. So whether you are a fondue novice or a seasoned pro, read on to discover the secrets of making the best Gruyère and cider fondue.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

GRUYèRE AND CIDER FONDUE



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Provided by Rick Rodgers

Categories     Cheese     Dinner     Sausage     Party     Calvados     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces kielbasa sausage, cut on diagonal into 1/2-inch-thick slices
4 cups coarsely grated Gruyère cheese (about 1 pound)
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup hard apple cider*
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Calvados, applejack brandy, or poire Williams (clear pear brandy)
2 Granny Smith apples, cored, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 baguette, cut into 3/4-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°F. Heat heavy large skillet over high heat. Add kielbasa slices and sauté until browned on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to baking sheet and place in oven to keep warm.
  • Toss cheese and cornstarch in large bowl to coat. Bring hard cider and vinegar just to simmer in medium saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium low (mixture should be barely simmering). Add a handful of cheese to simmering cider mixture. Stir until cheese is melted. Add remaining cheese 1 handful at a time, stirring until melted between additions. Increase heat to medium and cook until fondue begins to bubble, stirring constantly. Stir in Calvados. Season to taste with pepper.
  • Transfer fondue to pot. Set fondue pot atop stand; light candle or canned heat burner. Arrange sausage slices, apple slices, and bread cubes in bowls alongside fondue pot.
  • Alcoholic apple cider; available in the liquor department of most supermarkets and at liquor stores.

GRUYERE AND CIDER FONDUE



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Make and share this Gruyere and Cider Fondue recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup hard apple cider or 1 cup hard pear cider
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
4 cups shredded gruyere cheese
1 tablespoon cornstarch, plus
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon calvados (or apple jack, Poire William)
fresh ground black pepper
crusty bread, cubes
granny smith apple, slices
bosc pear, slices
sliced grilled kielbasa

Steps:

  • Combine the cider and vinegar in a nonreactive medium saucepan.
  • Stirring to dissipate the bubbles, bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Decrease heat to med-low; the liquid should barely simmer.
  • Toss the Gruyere with the cornstarch in a large bowl to coat the cheese.
  • A handful at a time, whisk the cheese into the simmering cider mixture, whisking until the first batch is melted before adding more.
  • When all the cheese has been added, return the heat to medium and heat just until the fondue bubbles a few times; do not overcook.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the Calvados; season with pepper.
  • Transfer to a fondue pot set on its trivet over the flame.
  • Arrange the bread, apples, and sausage for dipping on a platter.
  • Serve the fondue hot with fondue forks and the platter of dipping ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.4, Fat 23.3, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 79.2, Sodium 242.2, Carbohydrate 2.3, Sugar 0.3, Protein 21.5

CIDER CHEESE FONDUE



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Cheese lovers are sure to enjoy dipping into this creamy quick-to-fix fondue cheese dip that has just a hint of apple. You can also serve this appetizer with pear wedges. -Kim Marie Van Rheenen, Mendota, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 2-2/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup apple cider or apple juice
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Cubed French bread and sliced apples and green peppers

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring cider to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Toss the cheeses with cornstarch and pepper; stir into cider. Cook and stir until cheese is melted, 3-4 minutes. , Transfer to a small fondue pot or 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker; keep warm. Serve with bread cubes and sliced apples and green peppers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 8g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

GRUYERE AND CHEDDAR FONDUE



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Having a few friends over? Try this Gruyere and Cheddar Fondue! GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard adds a layer of tartness against the rich and creamy cheese in this Gruyere and Cheddar Fondue.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 Tbsp. cornstarch
3/4 cup dry white wine
2 tsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 lb. Gruyere cheese, shredded
1/2 lb. shredded white cheddar cheese
2 cups French bread cubes (1 inch)
1 cup ham cubes (1/2 inch)
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup cornichons

Steps:

  • Whisk first 5 ingredients in medium saucepan until blended. Bring to boil on medium heat, stirring constantly.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Add cheeses, in small batches, cooking and stirring after each addition until cheese is completely melted. Remove from heat.
  • Serve fondue with remaining ingredients for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 570 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 15 g

GRUYERE AND CIDER FONDUE



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From Bon Apetit. This is a wonderful combination of flavors and a hearty meal! Fondue is not just for dipping anymore!

Provided by pamela t.

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces kielbasa
4 cups grated gruyere cheese
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup hard apple cider
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Applejack
2 granny smith apples
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 baguette

Steps:

  • Cut baguette into 3/4 inch cubes, set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 300F.
  • Heat a heavy skillet over high heat; slice kielbasa and add to skillet.
  • Saute until browned on both sides.
  • Transfer to a baking sheet.
  • Put in oven to keep warm.
  • Slice apples and toss with a few drops of lemon juice (to keep apple from turning brown)
  • Toss cheese and 1 T cornstarch plus 2 t cornstarch in a large bowl to coat.
  • Bring hard cider and vinegar to a simmer in a medium saucepan over low heat.
  • Reduce to very low.
  • Add a handful of cheese to the cider mixture; stir until melted.
  • Add remaining cheese a handful at a time, allowing to melt each time.
  • Increase heat to medium until fondue begins to bubble; stirring constantly.
  • Pour in brandy.
  • Season to taste with black pepper.
  • Transfer the fondue to a pot.
  • Set the pot atop a fondue stand; light candle.
  • Arrange sausage slices, apple slices and bread cubes for dipping .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1194.4, Fat 38.4, SaturatedFat 18.4, Cholesterol 104.1, Sodium 1896.9, Carbohydrate 156.4, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 13.8, Protein 56.3

GRUYèRE FONDUE WITH SALSA VERDE



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Cheese     Dairy     Herb     Mustard     Appetizer     Cocktail Party     Dinner     Basil     White Wine     Party     Parsley     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup (packed) fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup dry vermouth
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove
1 1/2 pounds Gruyère cheese, shredded (about 5 1/2 cups)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 1/2 cups dry white wine
Bite-size pieces of focaccia or French bread, fresh fennel, steamed broccoli and cauliflower florets, cherry tomatoes and peeled cooked shrimp

Steps:

  • Purée first 5 ingredients in blender until smooth. Transfer salsa verde to small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover tightly and let stand at room temperature. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Keep at room temperature.)
  • Toss Gruyère with cornstarch in large bowl. Bring wine to simmer in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add cheese to wine in 3 batches, whisking after each addition until cheese melts before adding more. Continue stirring until mixture is smooth and just begins to simmer (do not boil). Stir in half of salsa verde. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer fondue to fondue pot. Spoon remaining salsa verde atop fondue. Swirl knife through fondue and salsa verde, creating marbled design. Set pot over candle or canned heat burner. Serve with focaccia, vegetables and shrimp.

Tips:

  • Select high-quality ingredients: Use a good quality Gruyère cheese, hard cider, and bread for the best flavor.
  • Grate the cheese correctly: Use a coarse grater to grate the cheese so that it melts smoothly and evenly.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot: This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the cheese from burning.
  • Cook the fondue slowly: Bring the cheese and cider mixture to a gentle simmer and stir constantly until the cheese is melted and smooth.
  • Serve the fondue with a variety of dipping options: Some popular choices include bread cubes, vegetables, and fruit.
  • Keep the fondue warm: Use a fondue pot or chafing dish to keep the fondue warm and melted throughout the meal.

Conclusion:

Gruyère and cider fondue is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a party or special occasion. With its rich, cheesy flavor and tangy cider notes, this fondue is sure to be a hit with your guests.

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