Swiss Cheese Fondue

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 8 oz Gruyere cheese, grated
• 8 oz Emmental cheese, grated
• 4 oz Appenzeller cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 clove garlic, halved
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg, grated
• to taste black pepper

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Rub the inside of a fondue pot with the cut side of the garlic clove.
2. 2.In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 tbsp of water to make a slurry.
3. 3.Add the grated cheese and cornstarch slurry to the fondue pot and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
4. 4.Add the lemon juice, nutmeg, and black pepper to taste, stirring to combine.
5. 5.Serve with cubes of crusty bread, boiled potatoes, and blanched vegetables.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightMake sure to use a good quality cheese, as it is the star of the dish.
• chevron_rightIf the fondue is too thick, add a little bit of milk to thin it out.
• chevron_rightIf the fondue is too thin, mix a little bit of cornstarch with water to make a slurry and add it to the pot.