Cheese Fondue
When you’re not really in the mood for a meal, it’s time for “fondue!” I love the stuff – all different kinds. Several years ago, Gary bought me and electric fondue pot for Christmas. It has become one of my favorite gifts ever.
When I do fondue at home, I usually buy cheese fondue in the refrigerated section of the grocery store (Alphenhaus is a good brand.) Rub the inside of the pot with a garlic clove, then add a little wine and the package of fondue. Stir, stir, stir until melted and delicious. (If too stiff, just add more wine or whatever liquid you prefer.) I generally cut up apples, toast bread pieces and serve bite size fresh vegetables to dip with. (Be creative. Good choices include: broccoli, snow peas, cauliflower, carrots, apples, pears, sauted shrimp or chicken, crusty French bread, sour dough, rye, wheat, pumpernickel or focaccia.) Serve with wine and Enjoy! Great fun for a get together with friends.
My grandkids love to have fondue. What kid doesn’t like cheese and eating with their hands! Fun for a stay in movie night. Also, a good way to get them to eat fresh vegy’s!
If you’re feeling adventurous, get a fondue cookbook. The possibilities are endless!
Gary and I have been to “Simply Fondue” and “The Melting Pot,” both in Dallas, several times. Always a great time. If you’ve never had fondue, check out both these restaurants. (Their menus are available on the internet.)
They serve the entire meal – fondue style. Cheese fondue as the appetizer. You can pick from a variety of kinds … swiss cheese with garlic and wine, cheddar with beer, etc. Served with a variety of fresh vegy’s and breads. Next course would be the choosing the meat or fish. Again, many combinations such as … filet, shrimp, chicken, etc. There are several styles of cooking, deep frying or poaching. They serve a variety of dipping sauces and coatings (tempura … ) Saving the best for last, desert! You just can’t beat the chocolate fondue, served with a variety of fruits, marshmallows, angel food cake, etc. YUM, YUM! Run and go as fast as you can.
Cooking to Eat Well 