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Swiss Cheese Fondue

List of Ingredients




Serves 4 - 6

1 large garlic clove, peeled and cut in half
400 ml (1 3/5 cups) dry white wine
5 ml (1 tsp) lemon juice
350 g Gruyère cheese, grated
350 g Emmenthal cheese, grated
15 ml (1 tbsp) cornflour
30 ml (2 tbsp) Kirsch liqueur
A pinch of Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Large pinch grated nutmeg
French loaf (day old), cut into chunks


Recipe



1. Rub sides and base of fondue pot with the garlic.
2. Pour in wine and lemon juice and heat on stove until mixture simmers.
3. Turn heat down low and add the cheeses - a handful at a time - stirring constantly, until melted.
4. Blend cornflour and Kirsch in a small bowl and add to the fondue pot.
5. Season and add nutmeg. Transfer to fondue burner at the table.
6. Serve with chunks of bread and a large green salad.

Cook's note:
During the meal stir the fondue from time to time. Never let it boil. If it gets too thick, add a little warmed wine.