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Ultimate Classic Swiss and Gruyère Cheese Fondue Recipe

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Make the best cheese fondue at home using Gruyère and Emmental cheese. This easy recipe delivers a creamy, classic Swiss fondue perfect for cozy nights or parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups grated Gruyère cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups grated Emmental cheese
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Cubed bread, vegetables, and fruits for dipping

Instructions

  1. Rub the inside of your fondue pot with the cut clove of garlic. Discard the garlic.
  2. In the fondue pot over medium heat, warm the white wine until small bubbles form around the edge. Do not boil.
  3. In a separate bowl, toss the grated cheeses with the flour until evenly coated.
  4. Add the cheese mixture to the warm 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. Keep the heat low to prevent the cheese from separating.
  5. Once all cheese is melted, stir in the lemon juice, nutmeg, and black pepper.
  6. Transfer the pot to a low, steady heat source (like a fondue burner) to keep warm.
  7. Serve immediately with your chosen dippers. Stir occasionally to maintain a smooth consistency.

Notes

  • To prevent lumps, grate your own cheese and toss it with flour before adding it to the wine. Pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that cause separation.
  • If the fondue becomes too thick, stir in a small splash of warm wine or lemon juice.
  • For a family-friendly option without alcohol, substitute the white wine with apple cider or low-sodium chicken broth.
  • Good dippers include crusty bread cubes, blanched broccoli florets, small boiled potatoes, apple slices, and cooked sausage pieces.

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