Swiss Cheese Fondue is a popular choice for New Year’s Eve and a fun idea after any winter activity. This communal way of dining is ideal for small groups, a romantic dinner for two and even as an appetizer for a larger crowd.
The mere mention of cheese fondue likely conjures up an of long fondue forks with cubes of gluten-filled bread being dipped into a luscious pot of melted cheese…contaminating the whole thing.
The Swiss invented cheese fondue to use up stale bread and old cheese so I guess they never had any gluten free eaters at their table. I made a loaf of my gluten free Crusty Bread for this fondue but you can create an impressive spread without any bread if you want.
There are unlimited options of what you can serve with melted cheese so pick your favourites and dont worry about any rules. Make beautiful platters or small plates with cooked meat, seafood, raw or blanched vegetables and fresh, canned or dried fruit.
Not So Common Foods To Serve with Fondue
Here are a few outside the box ideas of foods to serve with fondue.
- A terrific choice for a vegetarian main course or perhaps a first course after a day on the ski hill.
- Serve a small fondue as part of a Charcuterie Board and simply serve less cheeses (or none) on the board. Charcuterie cups, homemade or store bought, would be a quick way to put together a fondue night.
- Pears Poached in Port would be a fancy addition to any cheese fondue. Id poach those pears in tawny port but you might like to see what happens when someone dips a piece of ruby red pear into the cheese.
- Hot and Spicy Mixed Nuts always go with meat and cheese in my books.
- I love salads so Id go for a small salad served on a platter or individual plates. My two picks would be Cranberry Orange Lettuce Salad or Cranberry Port Vinaigrette on Greens (without the blue cheese).
- Plain meats are usually served with cheese fondue but if I had any Chorizo Stuffed Bacon-Wrapped Dates in the freezer someone would get pretty excited about dipping those in cheese.
The small flame at the table together with the dipping and stirring of food, creates a relaxed, social atmosphere. Each diner is to use their fork to stir the cheese in a figure-eight pattern as they dip. This ritual prevents the cheese from burning on the bottom of the fondue pot.
Technically you should not eat food from the fondue fork (thats double-dipping). You should push the cheese-covered food off the fondue fork onto your plate and eat it with your dinner fork.
With an oil fondue we intuitively know not to put a fork from boiling hot oil straight into your mouth. With a cheese fondue this might be news to someone so just review fondue etiquette before you start.
What Do I Need for Swiss Cheese Fondue
Although not essential a ceramic cheese fondue pot is ideal. Theyre easy to find online, in kitchen stores and even hiding in many kitchens. Infrequently used items like fondue pots are perfect for sharing so ask your friends before purchasing one. Using a saucepan will work if you have some type of warming tray to set it on.
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What is gluten-free cheese fondue?
Gluten-free Cheese Fondue is a super fun dinner recipe. The kids had fun dipping all their favorite gluten-free foods in this creamy, cheesy sauce. Thanks to Udi’s Gluten Free for sponsoring this cheese fondue recipe as part of our year-long partnership.
What is gluten free flour?
Gluten is a wheat protein, people who are sensitive to gluten or suffering from celiac sprue will have an inflammatory response when consumed. This results in malabsorption of nutrients in the microvilli of the small intestine presenting with symptom like diarrhea, abdominal bloating, nausea, vomiting etc. Hence as per expert’s advise should avoid foods containing gluten like rye, barley, wheat. Some of the gluten free flours are rice flour, oat flour, corn flour, chickpea flour, tapioca flour, cassava flour, almond flour, buckwheat flour, sorghum flour, amaranth flour, arrowroot flour and many more.
Can you eat cheese fondue?
You can even dip them into the fondue! Delicious taste: Cheese fondue is made with melted cheese, wine, and seasonings, making it a savory and flavorful dish. Fun to eat: Cheese fondue is typically served in a communal pot, where diners dip pieces of bread, vegetables, or meats into the melted cheese.
What does cheese fondue taste like?
Delicious taste: Cheese fondue is made with melted cheese, wine, and seasonings, making it a savory and flavorful dish. Fun to eat: Cheese fondue is typically served in a communal pot, where diners dip pieces of bread, vegetables, or meats into the melted cheese. It is fun and social, making it a great choice for dinner parties or other gatherings.