Best 11 Classic Cheese Fondue With French Bread Recipes

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Indulge in the epitome of Swiss culinary tradition with our comprehensive guide to preparing the classic cheese fondue. This delectable dish, originating from the French-speaking region of Switzerland, has captivated taste buds worldwide with its velvety texture, rich cheesy flavor, and versatility as a communal dining experience.

Our curated collection of recipes offers a culinary journey through various iterations of this iconic dish, ensuring there's a perfect fondue for every palate. From the classic Swiss cheese fondue, featuring a blend of Gruyère and Emmental cheeses, to the indulgent French fondue, with its creamy texture and subtle hint of white wine, our recipes cater to diverse preferences.

For those seeking a unique twist, we present the tantalizing Italian fondue, incorporating the bold flavors of Parmesan and Fontina cheeses, and the flavorful Asian fondue, with its exotic blend of spices and coconut milk. And for a vegetarian delight, our vegetable fondue offers a vibrant symphony of roasted vegetables enveloped in a luscious cheese sauce.

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with our comprehensive cheese fondue guide. Let the delectable aromas fill your kitchen as you craft this timeless dish, perfect for gatherings, special occasions, or simply a cozy night in. Savor the moment as you dip bread, vegetables, fruits, or meats into the warm, melted cheese, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

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CHEESE FONDUE RECIPE



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A classic and traditional Swiss (and French) cheese fondue recipe.

Provided by Nassie

Categories     French Food

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

340g Gruyère
340g Beaufort
340g Comté
50 cl (2/3 bottle) of dry white wine like Apremont or Reisling
1 clove of chopped garlic
Pinch of salt and pepper
1 tablespoon of olive oil
2 baguettes
200g of mushrooms forestière
Pinch of paprika

Steps:

  • Grate all the cheese so that it melts easily without clumping.
  • (Optional) Wipe the mushrooms with a damp cloth and chop them into small pieces.
  • (Optional) Start by cooking the mushrooms lightly in a stovetop pot in olive oil and garlic.
  • Add approximately 1/2 bottle of white wine into the pot and simmer.
  • Slowly add in the cheese and mushrooms as it is melting.
  • Mix the cheese by forming 8 with a wooden spatula. Note: keep temperatures low as the cheese fondue must never boil.
  • Chop the baguette into bite-size square cubes.
  • Add additional wine into the pot if the cheese fondue is too thick.
  • Once the cheese has completely melted, move the mixture to the fondue pot and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2726 calories, Carbohydrate 137 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 187 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 63 grams fat, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 71 grams protein, SaturatedFat 34 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 2302 milligrams sodium, Sugar 27 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 25 grams unsaturated fat

CHEESE FONDUE



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Categories     Cheese     Dairy     Vegetarian     Swiss Cheese     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 garlic clove, halved crosswise
1 1/2 cups dry white wine
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons kirsch (optional)
1/2 pound Emmental cheese, coarsely grated (2 cups)
1/2 pound Gruyère, coarsely grated (2 cups)

Steps:

  • Rub inside of a 4-quart heavy pot with cut sides of garlic, then discard garlic. Add wine to pot and bring just to a simmer over moderate heat.
  • Stir together cornstarch and kirsch (if using; otherwise, use water or wine) in a cup.
  • Gradually add cheese to pot and cook, stirring constantly in a zigzag pattern (not a circular motion) to prevent cheese from balling up, until cheese is just melted and creamy (do not let boil). Stir cornstarch mixture again and stir into fondue. Bring fondue to a simmer and cook, stirring, until thickened, 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer to fondue pot set over a flame.
  • What to dip:
  • •Cubes of French bread
  • •Cubes of apple and pear
  • •Roasted potatoes
  • •Julienned raw red bell pepper
  • •Blanched broccoli florets
  • What to drink:
  • •Dry white wine such as dry Riesling or Sancerre
  • •German lager or Saison-style ale
  • •Farmhouse cider
  • •Fino Sherry

CLASSIC FONDUE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces raclette or Swiss cheese, grated
8 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup sauvignon blanc or other dry white wine
1 clove garlic, pressed
Zest of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon kirsch
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
Crusty Bread, recipe follows, for serving
2 Granny Smith apples, sliced, for serving
2 pears, sliced, for serving
1 loaf crusty bread

Steps:

  • Combine the raclette and Gruyere in a bowl and add the cornstarch. Toss well to coat the cheeses in the cornstarch; set aside.
  • In a pot over medium heat, warm the wine, garlic and lemon zest. Do not allow this to come to a boil or the fondue may be grainy in the end.
  • Slowly add the cheese mix a handful at a time, stirring and allowing each handful to melt completely before adding the next. Repeat until all the cheese is in the pot. Once completely smooth, stir in the kirsch, pepper and mustard. Pour the mixture into a fondue pot with a burner underneath to keep warm. Serve with Crusty Bread, apples and pears.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Put the loaf of bread on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes to crisp. Allow to cool, then tear into chunks for serving. Set aside.

CLASSIC CHEESE FONDUE WITH FRENCH BREAD



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In the 70's it was the rage to have fondue parties. This is the classic Cheese Fondue that I have used since then. Whether it is for a meal or as a dip this is an easy recipe.

Provided by Marsha Gardner

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 clove garlic
2 c dry white wine
1 tsp lemon juice, fresh
2 lb gruyere cheese or half emmentaler a gruyere cheese
1/4 c kirsch (strong cherry-flavored liqueur)
1 Tbsp cornstarch
dash(es) freshly grated nutmeg
pinch freshly ground white pepper
pinch paprika, sweet mild
french bread, cubed

Steps:

  • 1. Rub the inside of the fondue pot with one clove of garlic and then discard.
  • 2. Cook wine and lemon juice int pot until very hot. Add garlic clove speared with a toothpick (it will make removing it easier). Decrease heat and stir in cheese, cooking until melted.
  • 3. In a separate bowl, blend kirsch with cornstarch, nutmeg, white pepper and paprika; stir into cheese until smooth. Keep on low heat and do not boil.
  • 4. Remove garlic clove and serve with French bread.

CHEESE FONDUE BREAD BOAT RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: sourdough bread, butter, garlic, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, milk, salt, pepper, egg yolks

Provided by Evelyn Liu

Categories     Snacks

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 loaf sourdough bread
⅓ cup butter, melted
3 teaspoons garlic, crushed, divided
180 g cream cheese
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup mozzarella cheese
½ cup milk
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 egg yolks, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Cut off the top of the bread. Use a bread knife to cut around the inside of the bread and scoop the center out.
  • Cut the center and top of the bread into bite-sized cubes.
  • Mix two teaspoons of crushed garlic into the melted butter. Brush the garlic butter on the bottom and the inside walls of the bread boat.
  • Dip all the bread cubes in the remaining garlic butter, set aside.
  • Combine the cream cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, milk, remaining teaspoon of crushed garlic, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Pour the cheese mixture into the bread boat.
  • Brush the top of the cheese mixture with egg yolk.
  • Place the bread boat and the bread cubes on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, remove the croutons, and continue baking the bread boat for another 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and a golden brown crust is formed.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442 calories, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 4 grams

CHEESE LOVER'S FONDUE



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French bread cubes and apples are the perfect cheese fondue dippers for this classic fondue, made with white wine and Swiss and Gruyere cheeses. It's a crowd-pleaser. -Linda Vogel, Elgin, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 teaspoons cornstarch, divided
1 tablespoon plus 1 cup dry white wine, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 garlic clove, peeled and halved
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3 drops hot pepper sauce
Miniature smoked sausages, dill pickles and pretzels

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine 2 teaspoons cornstarch with 1 tablespoon wine; set aside. Combine cheeses and remaining cornstarch; set aside. , Rub sides of a large saucepan with cut sides of garlic; discard garlic. Add remaining wine to the pan and heat over medium heat until bubbles form around sides of pan. Stir in lemon juice. , Reduce heat to medium-low; add a handful of cheese mixture. Stir constantly, using a figure-eight motion, until almost completely melted. Continue adding cheese, one handful at a time, allowing cheese to almost completely melt between additions. Stir in the garlic powder, oregano, Worcestershire sauce and pepper sauce. Stir cornstarch mixture; gradually add to the pan. Cook and stir until mixture is thickened and smooth. Keep warm. Serve with miniature smoked sausages, dill pickles and pretzels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 127mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein.

CHEESE FONDUE



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I've been making this fondue since the early 70's. Always so good!

Provided by Sheila

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup dry white wine
½ pound shredded Swiss cheese
½ pound shredded Gruyere cheese
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (1 pound) loaf French bread, cut into 1 inch cubes

Steps:

  • Simmer wine in fondue pot. Add Swiss cheese, Gruyere cheese, 1/4 pound at a time. Stir after each addition of cheese until melted. Stir in flour. When all the cheese has melted, stir in salt and nutmeg. Serve with cut-up French bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 669.8 calories, Carbohydrate 56.9 g, Cholesterol 91.2 mg, Fat 28.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 36.5 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 939.8 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

CLASSIC SWISS THREE-CHEESE FONDUE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 garlic clove, peeled
1 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
8 ounces Gruyere cheese, rind trimmed and discarded, and shredded (about 2 1/2 cups)
8 ounces Emmentaler cheese, rind trimmed and discarded, and shredded (about 2 1/2 cups)
3 ounces Appenzeller cheese, cut into cubes (about 1/2 cup)
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon kirsch
A few gratings of fresh nutmeg
Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • What to dip: crusty mixed grain bread, French or Italian bread, cut into bite-sized cubes (leave a piece of crust on each cube); Cooked chicken breast, skin and bone removed, cut into bite-sized cubes; cooked garlic sausage or knockwurst, cut into bite-sized wedges; boiled new potatoes; asparagus spears, broccoli florets or cauliflower florets prepared for dipping.
  • Rub the inside of a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan with the garlic; discard the garlic. Add the wine and lemon juice and bring to a bare simmer over medium heat.
  • In a medium bowl, toss the Gruyere, Emmentaler, and Appenzeller cheeses with the cornstarch. A handful at a time, stir the cheese mixture into the wine, stirring the first batch until it is almost completely melted before adding another. The fondue can bubble gently, but do not boil. Stir in the kirsch and season with the nutmeg and pepper.
  • Transfer to a cheese fondue pot and keep warm over a fondue burner. Serve immediately with dipping ingredients

CLASSIC CHEESE FONDUE



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Get together with friends around the ultimate sharing dish - a classic cheese fondue. Enjoy with crusty bread, boiled potatoes, crudités and pickles

Provided by Anna Glover

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

200ml dry white wine
1 tbsp lemon juice
200g comte or gruyère, grated
200g emmental, grated
2 tsp cornflour
1 tbsp kirsch or schnapps
1 garlic clove, halved (optional)
crusty bread, boiled new potatoes, vegetable crudités and cornichons, to serve

Steps:

  • Pour the wine and lemon juice into a heavy-based pan over a medium-low heat and warm until steaming. Add all of the cheese, a handful at a time, whisking between each addition until all the cheese has been added. Continue to stir for 4-5 mins until everything is fully melted, smooth and creamy. Mix the cornflour with the kirsch in a small bowl, then stir this into the cheese mixture. Continue to cook over a low heat for a minute more.
  • Rub the garlic on the inside of the fondue pot, if you like, then carefully pour the cheese mixture into the pot and immediately place it over the flame. (If you don't have a fondue set, add the garlic along with the wine in step one, then remove and discard it before you add the kirsch mixture.) Serve immediately with crusty bread, boiled new potatoes, vegetable crudités or cornichons for dunking, if you like. You can place the fondue back over a low heat if you need to reheat it after serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456 calories, Fat 32 grams fat, SaturatedFat 21 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 0.3 grams sugar, Protein 28 grams protein, Sodium 1.08 milligram of sodium

CLASSIC CHEESE FONDUE



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Want to make fondue like a Swiss guru? Try this easy, simple, and foolproof method for making the ultimate cheese lover's dish! The combination of acidic wine with the rich, buttery cheeses is a wonder to behold. Besides the amazing taste and texture, there's just something fun about eating things off the end of a really long fork! Half the fun of this is customizing the platter of "dippables" to your taste, such as cubes of crusty bread, sausage, baby potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, fennel, apples, or grapes.

Provided by Chef John

Time 25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ¼ cups dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc)
1 tablespoon cherry brandy
1 clove garlic, slightly crushed
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
4 teaspoons cornstarch
8 ounces shredded Gruyere cheese
8 ounces shredded Emmentaler cheese

Steps:

  • Add white wine, cherry brandy, garlic clove, cayenne, nutmeg, and cornstarch to a saucepan. Whisk to combine and place on the stove over medium heat. Cook, whisking occasionally, until mixture thickens slightly and you can see wisps of steam in the pan, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add Gruyere and Emmentaler cheeses, one handful at a time, slowly whisking after each addition until melted. Continue whisking until all cheese is melted and sauce is very smooth. Remove from the heat and transfer into a fondue pot to serve.
  • Keep sauce warm while serving so it doesn't solidify.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 45.6 mg, Fat 14 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 178.8 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

CLASSIC CHEESE FONDUE



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This traditional Swiss fondue - the sort you might have encountered in an Alpine ski lodge circa 1972 - calls for an equal amount of Gruyère cheese, for its depth of flavor, and Emmenthaler, for its supple texture; a shot of kirsch, for its cherry aroma and alcoholic oomph; and a little garlic, for bite. It takes all of 15 minutes, and will emerge as magnificently creamy, smooth and velvety as custard, but with a funky, deep flavor that dazzlingly enriches anything you dunk in the pot: bread cubes, apple slices, clementine sections, nuggets of salami, pretzels, tofu. It is even marvelous spooned onto a romaine lettuce salad in place of dressing.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dips and spreads, appetizer, main course

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small garlic clove, halved
1 cup dry white wine
3/4 pound Gruyère cheese, grated
3/4 pound Emmenthaler, raclette or Appenzeller cheese, grated
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 to 2 tablespoons kirsch (optional)
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste (optional)
Crusty bread cubes; steamed broccoli or cauliflower; carrot, celery or fennel sticks; cubed apple; seedless grapes; clementine sections; cubed salami, soppressata or kielbasa; roasted chestnuts and/or dried apricots, for serving.

Steps:

  • Rub cut side of garlic on inside of large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed saucepan, preferably cast iron, rubbing the bottom and halfway up the sides. Add wine and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss cheeses with cornstarch. Add a handful at a time to simmering wine, stirring until first handful melts before adding next. Reduce heat to medium and stir constantly until cheese is completely melted. Add kirsch, if using, and heat until bubbling, about 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg, if desired. Serve with crusty bread and other accompaniments. (See variations below)

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 495, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 22 grams, Sodium 861 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent the fondue from burning.
  • Grate the cheese finely so that it melts smoothly.
  • Add the cheese to the saucepan a little at a time, stirring constantly.
  • Use a wooden spoon to stir the fondue, as metal spoons can scratch the pan.
  • Keep the fondue warm over a low flame or in a fondue pot.
  • Serve the fondue with a variety of dipping options, such as bread, vegetables, and fruit.
  • If the fondue becomes too thick, add a little milk or white wine.

Conclusion:

Classic cheese fondue is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is perfect for a party or a cozy night in. With a few simple tips, you can make a cheese fondue that is sure to impress your guests. This classic cheese fondue recipe is a great way to enjoy a delicious and easy meal with friends and family. It is also a great way to use up leftover cheese. With a few simple tips, you can make a cheese fondue that is sure to be a hit.

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