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Creamy Cheese Fondue Recipe

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A warm, bubbling pot of creamy cheese fondue with a perfect blend of Gruyère and Emmental cheeses, ideal for cozy gatherings and simple indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces (225g) Gruyère cheese, shredded
  • 8 ounces (225g) Emmental cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup (240 ml) dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
  • 1 clove garlic, halved
  • 1 tablespoon (8g) cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon kirsch (cherry brandy) – optional
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
  • Crusty French baguette, cut into bite-size cubes (day-old bread works best)
  • Optional dippers: blanched broccoli florets, sliced apples, baby potatoes, cherry tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Shred 8 oz (225g) Gruyère and 8 oz (225g) Emmental cheese finely and set aside.
  2. Rub the inside of your fondue pot or heavy saucepan with the cut sides of 1 garlic clove.
  3. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) dry white wine into the pot and warm over medium heat until hot but not boiling (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Toss the shredded cheese with 1 tablespoon (8g) cornstarch in a separate bowl.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low and add the cheese to the warm wine in small handfuls, stirring constantly in a figure-eight motion until melted (about 8-10 minutes).
  6. Stir in 1 tablespoon kirsch (if using), 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, a pinch of nutmeg, and freshly ground black pepper to taste until smooth and creamy.
  7. If fondue is too thick, add a splash of wine; if too thin, add more cheese or cornstarch dissolved in cold water.
  8. Transfer the fondue pot to its heat source to keep warm and serve with bread cubes and dippers.

Notes

Stir gently but persistently in a figure-eight motion to prevent cheese from sticking or burning. Avoid boiling the fondue to keep it smooth. Use freshly shredded cheese for best melting results. For non-alcoholic version, substitute white wine with apple cider or white grape juice. Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated gently with a splash of wine or milk.

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