Making Swiss Cheese Fondue

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By Jeni Wright, Eric Treuille and Le Cordon Bleu

Published 1996

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The word fondue is French for melted, in this case for cheese melted in alcohol. Success depends on using a heavy-based pan and keeping the heat beneath it constantly low - the same technique that is essential for melting any cheese. Warm the wine before adding the cheese and stir until melted. Adding a little cornflour will help to stabilize the mixture.

  1. To help prevent mixture sticking to the pan, stir constantly with a wooden spoon over a low heat.

  2. Use long-handled forks for dipping bread into the fondue. Turn forks after dipping to stop fondue drips.