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Cheese Fondue Recipe

Close-up of bubbling Cheese Fondue

Enjoy a classic cheese fondue with Gruyère and Emmental cheeses, perfect for dipping bread, vegetables, and fruits. This warm and comforting dish is ideal for sharing with friends and family.

Ingredients

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  • 1 clove garlic, halved
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 8 ounces Gruyère cheese, shredded
  • 8 ounces Emmental cheese, shredded
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons Kirsch (cherry brandy)
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • Pinch of white pepper
  • Crusty bread, for dipping
  • Vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, carrots), for dipping
  • Apple slices, for dipping

Instructions

  1. Rub the inside of a fondue pot with the cut side of the garlic. Discard the garlic.
  2. Pour the white wine and lemon juice into the fondue pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  3. In a bowl, toss the Gruyère and Emmental cheeses with the cornstarch until evenly coated.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and gradually add the cheese mixture to the pot, stirring constantly in a figure-eight motion until the cheese is melted and smooth.
  5. Stir in the Kirsch, nutmeg, and white pepper.
  6. Transfer the fondue pot to a fondue burner or heat-safe stand to keep warm.
  7. Serve immediately with crusty bread, vegetables, and apple slices for dipping.

Notes

For a richer flavor, add a splash of dry sherry or brandy instead of Kirsch. Serve with a variety of dippers to cater to different tastes.