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Swiss fondue with melted Swiss cheese and white wine sauce served with bread, apples, and broccoli

Swiss Fondue with Swiss Cheese and White Wine Sauce

Swiss fondue is a creamy, smooth cheese sauce with a rich white wine flavor and a lightly stretchy texture. It is an easy, comforting dish perfect for gatherings where everyone can enjoy dipping their favorite foods.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 244
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 8-ounce packages Swiss Natural Cheese
  • salt to taste
  • foods to dip – apple slices, bread cubes, roasted broccoli, etc.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk 1/2 cup of the white wine with the cornstarch until combined.
  2. Process or finely chop the cheese into small, even pieces for easier melting.
Cooking
  1. Rub the garlic clove over the bottom and sides of a heavy-bottomed pot, then discard it. Heat the wine mixture over medium-low heat until it thickens and begins bubbling. Add 1 tablespoon of wine if needed to reach a smooth gravy-like consistency.
  2. Add the cheese gradually, whisking gently after each addition until melted and incorporated. Continue adding cheese in portions until all of it has melted. If the mixture becomes too thick or elastic, add 1 tablespoon of wine to loosen it.
  3. Season with salt. Serve immediately while the fondue is warm and smooth, keeping it over low, even heat to maintain a dippable texture.

Notes

You can also use shredded Swiss cheese to make this easy fondue even simpler. Heat control is important: low heat may prevent proper melting, while high heat can cause the cheese to clump. Keeping the temperature low is especially helpful on powerful gas ranges. If you prefer not to use wine, replace it with chicken broth and add lemon juice because the acidity is important. Helpful cheese fondue resources include guides on making perfect cheese fondue and fixing a broken cheese fondue.