CHEESE FONDUE
Ingredients
For Fondue:
- 1/3 pound firm alpine-style cheese such as gruyere
- 1/3 pound fontina
- 1/3 pound gouda
- 1 cup dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc
- 1 clove garlic minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg Assorted fondue
- 1 tablespoon brandy 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
To Dip:
- Cauliflower
- Broccoli
- Asparagus
- Mushrooms
- Cherry tomatoes
- Sliced apples
- Fingerling potatoes
- Your favorite toasted bread sticks
Method
- Grate all the cheeses. In a large bowl, mix cheeses with cornstarch to coat all ingredients evenly.
- In a fondue pot or saucepan safe for baking, bring wine, garlic, and lemon juice to simmer over medium-low heat.
- Gradually add the cheeses, stirring thoroughly after each to achieve a smooth fondue.
- Add in brandy, mustard, and nutmeg.
- Prepare your favorite selection of dipping options on a platter. Transfer the fondue to your fondue pot and serve with fondue forks or skewers. Dive in and enjoy with a glass of Sassoregale Sangiovese!