Cheddar Cheese and Cider Fondue Recipe
Cider and Cheddar Fondue: When snow is piling up or the winter wind is howling, when family and friends gather -- whip up a quick and easy, cozy fireside treat.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 247kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup apple cider
- 4 cups Sharp Cheddar cheese grated *
- ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, bring the cider to a boil over medium heat; then reduce to a simmer.
- Meanwhile, toss the grated cheese with the cornstarch, nutmeg, and black pepper. Add the cheese to the simmering cider and stir until the cheese is melted. Cook and stir for 3-4 minutes until the fondue is smooth and the cheese is melted.
- Transfer to a fondue pot or small slow cooker. Keep warm and serve with cubed French bread and apple slices — or the accompaniment of your choice.
Notes
Cheese
While this recipe calls for medium-sharp cheddar cheese, you can easily substitute Gruyère or Gouda cheese — or your favorite cheese!Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 247kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 407mg | Sugar: 3g