Recipe: Cook this lip-smacking Swiss cheese fondue at home
Cheese fondue, a Swiss tradition, is a communal dish savored over a small burner. Integral to Swiss culture, it's especially relished during the chilly winter or at festive events. This delightful concoction of melted cheese and other ingredients forms a creamy dip for bread and veggies. Now, let's start cooking and introduce this cozy Swiss custom to your home.
Gather the following ingredients
For this classic Swiss dish, you'll need 200 gm each of grated Gruyere and Emmental cheese. Also, arrange for one clove of garlic, 300 ml of non-alcoholic white wine, one teaspoon of lemon juice, and two teaspoons of cornstarch for thickening. Season with a pinch of ground nutmeg and black pepper to your liking. Don't forget crusty bread for the perfect dipping companion.
Prepare the fondue pot
Begin by rubbing the fondue pot with a garlic clove to flavor the interior, then remove the clove. Pour in the non-alcoholic white wine and add lemon juice, heating over medium until it's sufficiently warm but not boiling. The lemon juice's acidity is essential, as it helps ensure the cheese melts into a smooth consistency without clumps.
Melt the cheese gradually
Lower the heat and slowly incorporate the grated Gruyere and Emmental cheeses into the pot, stirring in a zigzag pattern to prevent clumping. Continue until the cheese is completely melted and smooth. Then, dissolve cornstarch in a small amount of water and stir it into the fondue to thicken. Keep stirring until the mixture is uniformly creamy.
Season and serve
After all ingredients are blended into a creamy fondue, enhance the flavor with a dash of nutmeg and black pepper. To maintain its warmth, set the fondue pot over a low flame at your dining area. Present it promptly with pieces of crusty bread for dipping. Guests should be encouraged to twirl their bread in figure-eight motions, ensuring the fondue remains velvety and smooth.
Enjoy responsibly
Gather with friends or family around the table for this delightful Swiss experience. Savor each bite slowly, relishing the fondue that's not just a meal but a tradition uniting people. As you dip your bread, cherish the communal spirit and the joy of shared dining. This age-old custom is about coming together and enjoying moments of togetherness. Indulge in happy dipping!
