Classic Swiss Cheese Fondue
- Jan 21
- 2 min read
Fondue is a classic Alpine dish, and one that is easy to put together. It is fun, retro, and social in nature! Pull out those old fashion fondue skewers, invite your favorite people, and get ready for some tasty fun! Don’t forget the Champagne or German Bier!
Ingredients:
· 1-2 garlic cloves, halved
· 1 pound Gruyere cheese, grated
· ½ pound Emmentaler cheese, grated
· 1 cup dry white wine
· 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon cornstarch
· 1-2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
· 1-2 tablespoons kirshwasser (Important ingredient!)
· Freshly ground pepper, to taste
· Pinch kosher sea salt, to taste
· Freshly ground nutmeg, to taste
· Prepare ahead of time any of the following items you plan on dipping into the fondue! Note, they should all be bite-sized for dipping and eating!
o Mini potatoes (roasted or boiled until soft)
o Cubed crusty bread of your choice
o Soft pretzels
o Fruit (apples, pears, grapes, etc)
o Vegetables (sweet red bell peppers, mini-tomatoes, mushrooms, carrots, etc…)
o Chunks of steamed broccoli, cauliflower, or brussels sprouts)
o Meatballs, chicken, or sausage chunks
o Pickled onions, cornichons (small French pickles)
Directions:
1. Pre-cut the items you plan on dipping into the fondue, so they are ready to go!
2. Rub the inside of a cheese fondue pot or medium enameled cast-iron casserole with the garlic clove; discard the garlic.
3. Combine the grated Gruyère and Emmentaler with the wine, cornstarch, and lemon juice in the fondue pot and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until the cheeses begin to melt, about 5 minutes.
4. Reduce heat to low. Add the kirsch and a generous pinch each of nutmeg (salt & pepper to taste) and cook, stirring gently, until creamy and smooth, about 3 minutes; don't overcook the fondue or it will get stringy.
5. Serve immediately, while hot and bubbly! Use long fondue forks so you don’t burn yourself and be sure to stir cheese as you go! I think the cheesy bits that cook to the bottom of the pot are a tasty treat as well!
6. And…Voila! Serve with your favorite French Champagne or German bier!
7. Bon Appétit!
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