CLASSIC CHEESE FONDUE
This traditional Swiss fondue - the sort you might have encountered in an Alpine ski lodge circa 1972 - calls for an equal amount of Gruyère cheese, for its depth of flavor, and Emmenthaler, for its supple texture; a shot of kirsch, for its cherry aroma and alcoholic oomph; and a little garlic, for bite. It takes all of 15 minutes, and will emerge as magnificently creamy, smooth and velvety as custard, but with a funky, deep flavor that dazzlingly enriches anything you dunk in the pot: bread cubes, apple slices, clementine sections, nuggets of salami, pretzels, tofu. It is even marvelous spooned onto a romaine lettuce salad in place of dressing.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dips and spreads, appetizer, main course
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Rub cut side of garlic on inside of large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed saucepan, preferably cast iron, rubbing the bottom and halfway up the sides. Add wine and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss cheeses with cornstarch. Add a handful at a time to simmering wine, stirring until first handful melts before adding next. Reduce heat to medium and stir constantly until cheese is completely melted. Add kirsch, if using, and heat until bubbling, about 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg, if desired. Serve with crusty bread and other accompaniments. (See variations below)
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 495, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 22 grams, Sodium 861 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
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Lacey Gustafson
[email protected]I made this fondue for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It was so rich and creamy, and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Saryas Saleh
[email protected]This fondue is amazing! It's so rich and flavorful. I love the combination of cheeses. I served it with bread, apples, and grapes, and it was a perfect appetizer.
numan muneer
[email protected]I've made this fondue several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that it can be served with a variety of dippers, so everyone can find something they like.
Kiran Sunark
[email protected]This fondue is delicious! I love the combination of cheeses. It's so creamy and flavorful. I served it with bread, apples, and grapes, and it was a perfect appetizer.
Ahsan Aftab
[email protected]I made this fondue for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It was so rich and creamy, and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Shafin Ahmed
[email protected]This fondue is amazing! It's so rich and flavorful. I love the combination of cheeses. I served it with bread, apples, and grapes, and it was a perfect appetizer.
Troy Morris
[email protected]I've made this fondue several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that it can be served with a variety of dippers, so everyone can find something they like.
Sylvia Sindane
[email protected]This fondue is delicious! I love the combination of cheeses. It's so creamy and flavorful. I served it with bread, apples, and grapes, and it was a perfect appetizer.
Alayna Mcdonald
[email protected]I made this fondue for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It was so rich and creamy, and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Shea Bird
[email protected]This fondue is amazing! It's so rich and flavorful. I love the combination of cheeses. I served it with bread, apples, and grapes, and it was a perfect appetizer.
TAYLOR MCDONNELL
[email protected]I've made this fondue several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that it can be served with a variety of dippers, so everyone can find something they like.
Haris Kayani
[email protected]This fondue is delicious! I love the combination of cheeses. It's so creamy and flavorful. I served it with bread, apples, and grapes, and it was a perfect appetizer.
Keilo Cowgill
[email protected]I made this fondue for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It was so rich and creamy, and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Ronin Gaming
[email protected]This is the best cheese fondue recipe I've tried! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I love that it can be made with different types of cheese, so you can customize it to your liking. I've made it with cheddar, Swiss, and Gruyère