Traditional Cheese Fondue

Cheese fondue originated in Switzerland and is a popular dish in Swiss cuisine. It was traditionally eaten during the winter months as a way to use up leftover cheese and bread.

This is vegetarian, high protein and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Traditional Cheese Fondue

Cooking Method: Melting, Stirring Cuisine: European, Swiss Courses: Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course Recipe Keys: High Protein Low Carb Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 300 gram Gruyère Cheese
• 300 gram Emmental Cheese
• 2 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 1 cup White Wine
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 2 tablespoon Kirsch (Cherry Brandy)
• 1 pinch Freshly Ground Black Pepper
• 1 pinch Nutmeg
• 1 loaf French Bread

Instructions

1. Grate the Gruyère and Emmental cheeses.
2. In a bowl, mix the grated cheeses with cornstarch.
3. Rub the inside of a fondue pot with garlic.
4. Pour white wine and lemon juice into the pot and heat over low heat.
5. Gradually add the cheese mixture to the pot, stirring constantly.
6. Once the cheese has melted and the mixture is smooth, add kirsch, black pepper, and nutmeg.
7. Continue stirring until the mixture is well combined.
8. Cut the French bread into bite-sized pieces.
9. Serve the cheese fondue in the pot and dip the bread pieces into the melted cheese.
10. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 10g4%

Sugars 1g

Protein 20g40%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.