Is there anything more pleasurable than the experience of a vat of melted cheese to cozy up to during winter? When temperatures dip, Swiss nationals whip out their fondue pot and call in their herd for dinner, which ultimately involves melted cheese and bread. Fondue-zeit (affectionately known as fondue time) can send chills down the spines of many self-professed cheese lovers. A retro dish, fondue made its way to our shores in the ’50s and became outrageously popular in the ’70s with the cuisine being seen as a social event—sharing food with friends, how groovy!
But communal meals around a shared cooktop did not start with the Swiss. The Chinese hot pot can be traced back to Mongolia more than 900 years ago with some stories telling of how Mongolian soldiers would simmer broth and dip pieces of lamb using their metal helmets as the pot! Well into the 2020s, the cheese fondue fad has simmered down quite a bit. We hear you wondering, What else can I do with a fondue pot? Even cheese fiends can only muster one or two fondue sessions per season, and it seems like an extravagant purchase for such an infrequent meal, especially if storage space is limited.
Believe it or not, the fondue pot is more versatile than you think, and depending on which model you invest in, a simple fondue pot can be used to bake bread in the oven, braise a beef stew, or even make the perfect winter tipple. Here are nine our favorite fondue pots, some traditional, others vintage, and a few even a bit outlandish. After all, isn’t fondue just that?
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How to Use a Cheese Fondue PotHeat your fondue pot to 130 degrees.Cube your cheese into 1 inch squares or shred into small pieces.After heating your fondue pot, add your choice of butter, milk, or cream to the pot.Once it’s warmed, stir in one handful of cheese at a time.
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Heat your fondue pot to 130 degrees.
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Cube your cheese into 1 inch squares or shred into small pieces.
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After heating your fondue pot, add your choice of butter, milk, or cream to the pot.
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Once it’s warmed, stir in one handful of cheese at a time.
But communal meals around a shared cooktop did not start with the Swiss. The Chinese hot pot can be traced back to Mongolia more than 900 years ago with some stories telling of how Mongolian soldiers would simmer broth and dip pieces of lamb using their metal helmets as the pot! Well into the 2020s, the cheese fondue fad has simmered down quite a bit. We hear you wondering, What else can I do with a fondue pot? Even cheese fiends can only muster one or two fondue sessions per season, and it seems like an extravagant purchase for such an infrequent meal, especially if storage space is limited.
All products featured on Architectural Digest are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission.
Is there anything more pleasurable than the experience of a vat of melted cheese to cozy up to during winter? When temperatures dip, Swiss nationals whip out their fondue pot and call in their herd for dinner, which ultimately involves melted cheese and bread. Fondue-zeit (affectionately known as fondue time) can send chills down the spines of many self-professed cheese lovers. A retro dish, fondue made its way to our shores in the ’50s and became outrageously popular in the ’70s with the cuisine being seen as a social event—sharing food with friends, how groovy!
Believe it or not, the fondue pot is more versatile than you think, and depending on which model you invest in, a simple fondue pot can be used to bake bread in the oven, braise a beef stew, or even make the perfect winter tipple. Here are nine our favorite fondue pots, some traditional, others vintage, and a few even a bit outlandish. After all, isn’t fondue just that?
Le tajine est une cuisson à l’étouffée : gardez-le fermé pendant la cuisson. Plus la cuisson sera longue et à feu doux meilleur sera le résultat. N’hésitez pas à dépasser les temps de cuisson indiqués dans les recettes. Pendant la cuisson d’un tajine, privilégiez une source de chaleur douce. Vous pouvez également utiliser votre tajine pour d’autres recettes mijotées comme des ragoûts ou des cuissons à l’étouffée…
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FAQ
What is special about a fondue pot?
What kind of fluid do you use for a fondue pot?
Can you put a fondue pot on the stove?
How do you cook a fondue pot?
Before putting the ingredients into a hot fondue pot, ensure the meat and vegetables are adequately dried to avoid dangerous splattering. Pour some oil (vegetable/peanut/canola/broth) into the fondue pot and use a heat source to bring it to a boiling point. Dip a small cube of bread into the oil to check whether the temperature is just right.
Can you use a fondue pot to prepare different recipes?
You can use a fondue pot to prepare different recipes. In this section, we’ll detail how to use a fondue pot to prepare three everyday meals. This is a technique for using your fondue pot to prepare meat and other raw vegetables in an organic oil (canola, peanut, vegetable, or any other organic oil).
How do you make a good fondue?
Use low heat: Always use low heat when melting cheese or chocolate. High heat can scorch the mixture and make it unusable. Stir frequently: Stir your fondue mixture frequently to prevent it from burning or sticking to the bottom of the pot. Adjust the heat: If your fondue is too thick, add a splash of wine or broth to thin it out.
Can you put oil in a fondue pot?
Do not transfer hot simmering oil from a separate pan into a fondue pot, it is too dangerous. To prevent the oil from spattering and/or bubbling over, do not fill pot more than 1/3 full. If you do not have a thermometer available, test the temperature by placing a small cube of bread into the oil.