Description
This classic Swiss cheese fondue recipe delivers a smooth, creamy, and flavorful cheese dip perfect for sharing. Made with melted Swiss cheese, dry white wine, and subtle hints of garlic, lemon, nutmeg, and black pepper, it’s a delightful dish served with crusty French baguette cubes for dipping. Ideal for cozy gatherings and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
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Cheese Fondue
- 1 pound Swiss cheese, grated
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 2 cloves garlic, halved
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving
- 1 French baguette, cut into cubes
Instructions
- Prepare the Fondue Pot: Rub the inside of a fondue pot thoroughly with the halved garlic cloves to infuse a subtle garlic flavor into the cheese base.
- Make Cornstarch Mixture: In a small bowl, blend the cornstarch with a few tablespoons of the dry white wine until it forms a smooth, lump-free slurry. This will help thicken the fondue.
- Heat Wine and Lemon Juice: Pour the remaining wine and lemon juice into the fondue pot and gently heat on the stovetop until the mixture just begins to simmer. Avoid boiling to prevent curdling.
- Add and Melt Cheese: Gradually add the grated Swiss cheese to the simmering wine, stirring constantly in a circular motion to ensure smooth melting and prevent the cheese from clumping.
- Incorporate Cornstarch and Seasonings: Stir in the cornstarch slurry, nutmeg, and black pepper into the melted cheese mixture. Continue stirring until the fondue becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
- Serve: Transfer the fondue pot to its stand with a heat source underneath to keep warm. Serve immediately with cubes of French baguette for dipping into the cheesy delight.
Notes
- Use a good quality Swiss cheese like Emmental or Gruyère for authentic flavor.
- Ensure to stir constantly when adding cheese to prevent it from sticking or burning.
- Add more wine if the fondue becomes too thick while serving.
- You can substitute the French baguette with other sturdy bread or vegetables for dipping.
- Maintain a low simmer to prevent the cheese from separating.
