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French Cheese Fondue Savoyarde

Cultural Context

Originating from the mountainous regions of the French Alps, Cheese Fondue Savoyarde is a traditional dish that embodies the communal spirit of dining. It is often enjoyed during winter gatherings, encouraging friends and family to share and savor the rich, melted cheese together. This dish has gained popularity beyond France, inspiring variations worldwide, yet the classic combination of Gruyère and Emmental remains beloved.

FrenchFRmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
12 oz fipi cheese
6 oz con cheese
6 oz buur cheese
dry white wine
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 piece garlic
bread (baguette)

gruyère cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat gruyère

💰Cheaper: emmental cheese

Emmental is often less expensive and provides a similar texture.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic white wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth can provide flavor without the alcohol.

cured meats

🥗Healthier: turkey slices

💰Cheaper: ham

Ham is often less expensive and still pairs well.

1

Introduce the dish and the restaurant.

2

Cut each type of cheese into 1/4 inch squares, removing the rind.

3

Rub the inside of a thick-bottomed pot with the garlic.

4

Add the cheese to the pot along with white wine, filling it up to half or 3/4 of the pot.

5

Heat the pot on the stove until the cheese begins to melt.

6

Mix together 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard with 1 oz of K bas.

7

Once the cheese is melted and smooth, stir in the mustard and K bas mixture.

8

Cut the baguette into large chunks for dipping.

9

Demonstrate the proper way to stab the bread with a fork for dipping.

10

Dip the bread into the melted cheese, ensuring it's well-coated.

Cooking Techniques

meltingmixing

Equipment Needed

fondue potforksknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

Fondue SavoyardeSavoy Cheese Fondue
Local Name: Fondue savoyarde

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