Swiss Fondue
Classic Swiss Fondue is incredibly easy to make at home and the perfect, delicious treat for your next party.
Ingredients
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 8 oz Gruyere grated
- 8 oz Emmentaler cheese grated, can sub for a mild Swiss cheese
- 3 oz Appenzeller cheese grated, skip if you can't find this
- 4 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Kirsch can skip adding this liquor if desired
- pinch nutmeg
- salt and pepper to taste
Accompaniments
- cubed baguette
- sliced apple
- boiled red potatoes
- steamed cauliflower, carrots, or broccoli
- sausage
- sliced pickles
Recipe Instructions
- Rub the inside of a small saucepan with the garlic clove. Discard.
- Add the wine and lemon juice and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the cornstarch and cheese a little at a time, in roughly 3 batches. Be careful that it's not too hot so the cheese doesn't boil. Melt the cheese and stir until adding the next batch.
- Add the kirsch and seasonings, stirring frequently. Taste and add salt if needed. Transfer to a fondue pot or keep on the heat with the lowest setting possible. Serve, occasionally stirring.
Nutrition
Calories: 426kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 26gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 92mgSodium: 411mgPotassium: 109mgFiber: 0.04gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 807IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 867mgIron: 0.3mg
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