Cheese Fondue Recipe
A party pleaser, easy Swiss Cheese Fondue is simple to make for crowds big or small. Melted cheese served warm with assorted dippers is perfect for any gathering.
Servings: 8
Cost: $15
Equipment
- fondue pot
Ingredients
For the Fondue:
- 1/2 lb grated Gruyere cheese
- 1/2 lb grated Swiss cheese recommended Jarlsberg or similar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 tsp dry mustard
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 garlic clove
For the Fondue Dippers:
- Cubed Bread Pumpernickel, sourdough, baguette, brioche
- Blanched Broccoli
- Blanched Cauliflower Florets
- Steamed asparagus
- Sliced Apples and Pears
- Assorted pickled vegetables
Instructions
- Grate the cheeses and place in a large bowl. Sprinkle the cornstarch over the cheese and toss to coat. Set aside.
- Add the wine to a medium saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium high heat.
- Add the cheese, a little at a time, to the simmering wine stirring each time until smooth. Once all the cheese has been added, remove from the heat.
- Stir in the mustard and nutmeg.
- Cut the garlic in half and rub the inside of the fondue pot with the garlic.
- Pour the cheese into the fondue pot. Serve with assorted dippers and fondue forks.
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Notes
Fondue is best enjoyed right after it's made. I don't recommend making in advance.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 151mg | Potassium: 66mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 504IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 514mg | Iron: 1mg