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Cheese Fondue for Two

Cheese Fondue for Two

Delight in this cozy Cheese Fondue for Two, perfect for sharing with someone special.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Swiss
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Fondue Base
  • 1 clove garlic sliced in half lengthwise
  • 1.25 cups dry, unoaked white wine divided
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 4 ounces gruyere cheese freshly grated
  • 4 ounces gouda or edam cheese freshly grated
  • 4 ounces aged cheddar cheese freshly grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 lemon lemon juice approx. 1 tablespoon
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 10-12 pieces baby potatoes approx. 6 ounces
  • 6 ounces broccoli or cauliflower florets big handful
  • 2 medium carrots peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes, approx. 6 ounces
  • 2 links fully-cooked chicken sausage sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 thick slices Italian bread sliced into 1-inch cubes, approx. 2 ounces
  • 4 ounces bite-size salami
  • kosher salt to season
  • ground black pepper to season

Equipment

  • fondue pot
  • Saucepan
  • small bowl

Method
 

Fondue Preparation
  1. Prepare the pot by rubbing the inside with the garlic halves.
  2. In a small bowl, mix 1 cup of white wine with the cornstarch until smooth.
  3. In a fondue pot or saucepan, heat the remaining wine over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
  4. Gradually add the grated cheeses, stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
  5. Stir in the cornstarch mixture, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Continue to stir until thickened.
  6. Drizzle in the olive oil while stirring to combine, seasoning with kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste.
  7. Serve warm with baby potatoes, broccoli or cauliflower, carrots, chicken sausage, Italian bread, and salami for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 25g

Notes

Feel free to customize the cheese selection based on preference. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days and gently reheated on low heat.

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