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There's no real "wrong" way to enjoy fondue. It's a fabulous means to enjoy whatever breads, cured meats, fresh fruits and vegetables you might have on hand. 



Yields8 Servings
Prep Time20 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time30 mins

Cheese Fondue
 1 clove garlic cut in half
 1 cup white wine or beer
 1 tsp Dijon mustard
 1 Tbsp cornstarch
 4 cups grated medium or old Cheddar cheese
Accompaniments
 assorted cubed bread (baguette or focaccia)
 boiled baby potatoes
 blanched broccoli florets
 blanched cauliflower florets
 sliced Granny Smith apples
 cooked sausage slices

1

Rub the bottom of the fondue pot with the cut side of garlic. Discard the garlic.

2

If your fondue pot is stovetop safe, heat the wine or beer over medium heat. (If your fondue pot is not stovetop save, use a medium saucepan)

3

Add the mustard.

4

Toss the grated cheese with the cornstarch.

5

Add the cheese, a handful at a time to the liquid. Reduce the heat to low and stir constantly. When the cheese has melted add another handful, until all the cheese is used and the mixture is smooth and thick.

6

If using a saucepan, transfer the cheese mixture to the fondue pot.

7

Serve with assorted breads and accompaniments.


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Ingredients

Cheese Fondue
 1 clove garlic cut in half
 1 cup white wine or beer
 1 tsp Dijon mustard
 1 Tbsp cornstarch
 4 cups grated medium or old Cheddar cheese
Accompaniments
 assorted cubed bread (baguette or focaccia)
 boiled baby potatoes
 blanched broccoli florets
 blanched cauliflower florets
 sliced Granny Smith apples
 cooked sausage slices

Directions

1

Rub the bottom of the fondue pot with the cut side of garlic. Discard the garlic.

2

If your fondue pot is stovetop safe, heat the wine or beer over medium heat. (If your fondue pot is not stovetop save, use a medium saucepan)

3

Add the mustard.

4

Toss the grated cheese with the cornstarch.

5

Add the cheese, a handful at a time to the liquid. Reduce the heat to low and stir constantly. When the cheese has melted add another handful, until all the cheese is used and the mixture is smooth and thick.

6

If using a saucepan, transfer the cheese mixture to the fondue pot.

7

Serve with assorted breads and accompaniments.

Notes

Cheese Fondue