GRUYERE FONDUE WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS

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Sweet caramelized onions, in tandem with a fragrant blend of dried herbs, make a pleasing background for nutty Gruyere in this variation on the classic Swiss cheese fondue. If you like a milder fondue, substitute another Swiss cheese for part of the Gruyere. Serve with crust cubes of rosemary bread, bite size pieces of cooked...

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

2 tbsp.. unsalted butter
1 tbsp. olive oil
2 large onions, halved and thinly sliced
3/4 tsp. herbes de provence
salt and pepper to taste
1 1/2 lbs. gruyere cheese, shredded
1 1/2 tbsp. cornstarch
1 large garlic clove, crushed with the flat side of a knife
1 1/2 cups dry white wine
1 tbsp. white wine vinegar
dash of cayenne pepper

Steps:

1. In large skillet, melt butter in oil over medium low heat. Stir in the onions, herbes de Provence, 1/4 tsp. salt and pepper to taste. Cover the skillet and cook for 5 minutes. Uncover and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, til onions are soft and golden brown, 35 to 45 minutes longer.
2. In large bowl, toss shredded Gruyere cheese with the cornstarch to coat
3. Rub inside of medium pan with garlic and discard. Add wine, vinegar, and cayenne to pan. Cook over medium heat til hot but not boiling. Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in cheese mixture, letting each addition melt before adding more. Add all but about 1/2 cup of the onions. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
4. Transfer to a fondue pot, preferably ceramic or enameled cast iron, and scatter remaining onions on op. Regulate the heat under the pot if possible so that the cheese fondue remains warm, not hot.

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The fondue was a bit too thick for my taste, but the flavor was still good. I think I would add a little more white wine next time.

uzhqar jatt

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Great recipe! The fondue was delicious and the caramelized onions added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.

Krishna Krish

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This Gruyère fondue with caramelized onions was an absolute delight! The combination of the rich, creamy cheese and the sweet, savory onions was heavenly. I served it with a variety of dippers, including bread, vegetables, and fruit, and everyone lov

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