EASY CHEESE FONDUE RECIPE YOU CAN SERVE ANY NIGHT OF THE WEEK
I’m excited to share this family favorite, easy cheese fondue recipe with you. We love making this with our kids and you can serve it with just about anything you like – I mean, what’s not simply scrumptious with melted cheese all over it? We usually follow it up with a yummy chocolate fondue for dessert…the perfect indulgence!
I’ve been making this fondue recipe forever, one of my sisters gave it to me many, many years ago. It’s as delicious as ever and everyone always loves it.
Keep reading below for the recipe, and since I’m joining other bloggers all sharing their recipes this week, links to all of their delicious recipes are down below too. Enjoy!
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I love making this delicious cheese fondue recipe for a special family meal that’s also simple and quick. It’s our traditional Valentine’s family dinner, but it’s just as wonderful any night of the week.
It’s rich in flavor and pairs with so many delicious things. It’s a great fall or winter meal, but just as delish in the summer. Keep reading for all of my tips for the perfect cheese fondue meal.
WHAT TYPE OF CHEESE DO YOU USE FOR FONDUE?
There are so many different types of cheese you can use for fondue.
Swiss cheese is a common choice, many recipes use Emmental cheese, Gruyere cheese and even combinations of different cheeses.
For my easy cheese fondue recipe, I’m using sharp Cheddar cheese – the older the better for that delicious, rich flavor!
WHAT DO I SERVE WITH CHEESE FONDUE?
In my opinion, anything goes and the possibilities are literally endless.
We’ve tried everything and we love to mix it up with something different every time we make this delicious recipe.
Some of our favorite foods to dip into our cheese fondue:
- Crusty baguette or homemade bread – I make this fabulous artisanal bread and it is perfect with cheese fondue.
- Cooked sausage, chicken, steak, any cooked meat is delicious!
- Sautéed shrimp – oh this is such an incredible combination!
- Sautéed mushrooms, any variety.
- Steamed or raw veggies, like broccoli or broccolini, cauliflower.
- Apples of any kind, but we especially love Granny Smith.
- Roasted potatoes are perfect for dipping in this recipe too.
- The list goes on!
CAN CHEESE FONDUE BE SERVED AS A MEAL?
Absolutely! I love to make this for my family on special occasions like Valentine’s Day, as I mentioned above, or New Year’s. It’s always such a treat.
My siblings and I along with our spouses used to get together and take turns hosting a fondue night – cheese fondue would be our appetizer, meat fondue with various dipping sauces was the main event, and we would complete the meal with chocolate fondue…it was always such a fun night!
Since our families have grown and our lives are busier, we don’t do it anymore sadly, but I think we will just have to start this tradition again soon!
EASY CHEESE FONDUE RECIPE
Simple and delicious, this easy cheese fondue can be served with anything!
Ingredients
- 3 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp Flour
- 1 tsp Olive Oil
- 1 cup Dry white wine
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard I like to use whole grain, old fashioned style
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp Cayenne Pepper You can adjust the heat to your likeness
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Grate cheese in a large bowl
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Add flour and mix well
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Brush a medium size saucepan with olive oil, turn on to medium heat
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Add wine and garlic
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Bring to a boil
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Add cheese, once melted, boil for one minute
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Stir in all remaning ingredients, mix well
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Pour into a cheese fondue pot
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Serve hot
Recipe Notes
This delicious cheese fondue is amazing with just about anything! Some of our favorites include: crusty bread, sausages, sautéed mushrooms, apples, broccoli, cauliflower.
I’ve never tried any other cheese fondue recipes from scratch, but I have bought a few different kinds over the years and I can tell you, nothing compares to this delicious, homemade cheese fondue recipe.
What I love about it – the combination of the sharp Cheddar cheese, dry white wine, Dijon mustard and that hint of nutmeg. It also has a touch of cayenne pepper for a little kick as well.
Everyone I’ve served this recipe to over the years, just raves about how delicious it is. It does not disappoint!
Please be sure to visit all of the bloggers in this month’s blog hop to get all of the delicious recipes below! Bon Appétit! xo
Sally, it is so easy and so delicious, I promise, you’ll love it! You are very welcome! xo
This sounds delicious and easy to make. It would make a great appetizer when having an impromptu gathering of friends and neighbors. Thanks for the great recipe.
Thank you so much Kate! I hope you love it!! SO simple to make too!
Marty thank you for hosting! You’re always so kind and I am so grateful to you and all that you do! xox
Thanks so much for such a great recipe and joining in again. Also, I want you to know how much your friendship and encouragement means to me. You are a very special friend that I cherish. Marty
This looks so delicious and easy Tamara! I may try it this weekend with my family since they are huge cheese fans…thanks for sharing!!