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Easy Cheese Fondue Recipe

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This Easy Cheese Fondue Recipe is creamy, cheesy, and perfect for dipping bread, veggies, or fruit — a fun and delicious appetizer for parties or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 1 clove garlic, halved
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 8 oz Gruyère cheese, shredded
  • 8 oz Swiss cheese or Emmental, shredded
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp kirsch (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Dippers: cubed bread, blanched veggies, apple slices

Instructions

  1. Rub the inside of a fondue pot or medium saucepan with the cut sides of the garlic clove; discard garlic.
  2. Add wine to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  3. In a bowl, toss shredded cheeses with cornstarch to coat.
  4. Gradually add cheese to the simmering wine, stirring constantly in a zig-zag motion (not circles) until cheese is melted and smooth.
  5. Stir in kirsch, nutmeg, and black pepper.
  6. Transfer pot to a fondue stand over a candle or low flame to keep warm. Serve with bread cubes and other dippers.

Notes

  • Use good quality cheese for best flavor and smooth melting.
  • Keep the heat low to prevent the cheese from clumping or burning.
  • If fondue becomes too thick, stir in a splash of warm wine.

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