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Classic Gruyère and Emmental Cheese Fondue

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Make a traditional Swiss cheese fondue using Gruyère and Emmental for a creamy, interactive dinner perfect for cozy nights or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1 clove garlic, halved
  • 1 pound Gruyère cheese, shredded
  • 1 pound Emmental cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (or all-purpose flour)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Cubed crusty bread, blanched vegetables, or fruit for dipping

Instructions

  1. Rub the inside of your fondue pot or heavy-bottomed saucepan with the cut side of the garlic clove. Discard the garlic.
  2. Pour the white wine into the pot and heat over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not let it boil rapidly.
  3. In a separate bowl, toss the shredded cheeses with the cornstarch until they are evenly coated. This step helps prevent clumping.
  4. Reduce the heat to low. Add the cheese mixture to the wine one handful at a time, stirring constantly in a figure-eight motion until each addition is fully melted and smooth before adding the next.
  5. Once all the cheese is melted, stir in the lemon juice, nutmeg, and black pepper. Continue stirring over low heat until the fondue is smooth and creamy.
  6. Transfer the fondue to a preheated fondue pot set over a low flame or warming element. If you are using this recipe for meal planning inspiration, remember that the slow cooker method is an alternative for keeping it warm.
  7. Serve immediately with your chosen dippers. If the fondue thickens, stir in a splash of wine or lemon juice to loosen it.

Notes

  • For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the white wine with apple cider or white grape juice.
  • To keep the fondue perfectly smooth, do not let it boil once the cheese is added. Keep the heat low.
  • Good dippers include cubes of French bread, blanched broccoli florets, small boiled potatoes, apple slices, and cooked sausage pieces.

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