Cheese Fondue

Name: Cheese Fondue
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Swiss
Ingredients: 12 oz Gruyere cheese, shredded; 6 oz Emmental cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup Dry white wine; 1 tbsp Cornstarch; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 1/4 tsp Nutmeg; 1/4 tsp Black pepper; 1 lb Crusty bread, cut into cubes; 12 oz Waxy potatoes, cooked and halved; 4 cups Broccoli florets

Melted Swiss cheese in white wine, served with bread cubes and vegetables for dipping. A classic communal Swiss dining experience.

35 minEasyServes 4420 cal/serving

SwissDinnerStovetopVegetarian

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Ingredients

12 oz Gruyere cheese, shredded
6 oz Emmental cheese, shredded
1/2 cup Dry white wine
1 tbsp Cornstarch
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1/4 tsp Nutmeg
1/4 tsp Black pepper
1 lb Crusty bread, cut into cubes
12 oz Waxy potatoes, cooked and halved
4 cups Broccoli florets

Instructions

1

Toss 12 oz Gruyere cheese and 6 oz Emmental cheese with 1 tbsp Cornstarch to coat.
2

Pour 1/2 cup Dry white wine into a heavy pot and heat over medium. Add 2 cloves minced Garlic and bring to a gentle simmer.
3

Gradually add the cheese mixture, stirring constantly until fully melted and smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
4

Season with 1/4 tsp Nutmeg and 1/4 tsp Black pepper to taste.
5

Transfer to a fondue pot and keep warm over a low flame.
6

Arrange 1 lb cut into cubes Crusty bread, 12 oz cooked and halved Waxy potatoes, and 4 cups Broccoli florets on a platter for dipping.
7

Guests spear pieces with fondue forks, swirl in the cheese, and eat while warm.

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What is Cheese Fondue?

Melted Swiss cheese in white wine, served with bread cubes and vegetables for dipping. A classic communal Swiss dining experience. This reference files it under Swiss dinner: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 35 minutes start to finish.

What can I use instead of Gruyere in Cheese Fondue?

The entry for Cheese Fondue calls for 12 oz Gruyere cheese, shredded. In its place: Emmental, Jarlsberg or a good Swiss cheese melts the same way. Comte is the closest in flavor.

Can I make Cheese Fondue dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (12 oz Gruyere cheese, shredded, 6 oz Emmental cheese, shredded) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free dinner collection instead.

Can I make Cheese Fondue gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Cheese Fondue is 1 lb Crusty bread, cut into cubes. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How many calories are in Cheese Fondue?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 420 calories, with 18 g protein, 12 g carbohydrate and 32 g fat, plus 650 mg sodium.

How long does Cheese Fondue keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Cheese Fondue within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. Potatoes turn grainy in the freezer, so keep this one in the refrigerator.

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