Swiss Cheese Fondue
This dish is comprised of a variety of Swiss cheeses melted into white wine. Nutmeg, Kirschwasser and a little garlic essence are added to round out the flavor. Served traditionally with sausage, bread, apple slices and pickles, Swiss Cheese Fondue is the ultimate meal for sharing with others. So get your friends and family together for Fondue night!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs cheese use 2-3 different cheeses
- 8 oz dry white wine
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1½ tbsp Kirsch
- ¼ tsp grated nutmeg
- ¼ tsp cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Finely grate all the cheeses.
- Peel and cut vertically the garlic clove.
- Mix the Kirsch and cornstarch together to make a slurry.
- Rub the cut garlic clove over the base and sides of the fondue pot to add a hint of garlic flavor.
- Add the grated cheeses into the fondue pot, pour in the wine.
- Place the pot over a medium heat. Stir slowly and consistently. The cheese will melt. Once melted, add the cornstarch and Kirsch slurry to thicken and emulsify the fondue.
- When the fondue looks like creamy melted cheese, add grated nutmeg and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Remove the fondue pot from the heat and place it on a burner to keep warm. Eat immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 4peopleCalories: 764kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 58gSaturated Fat: 33gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 1116mgPotassium: 179mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1706IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 1211mgIron: 0.5mg
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