Traditional Cheese Fondue

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   Shred Gruyere cheese and prepare brie, toss in a bowl with the cornstarch set aside.

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   (You can actually do this step hours before and put the bowl in the refrigerator until you are ready to melt the cheese.)

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   Rub the inside of the fondue pot with the garlic clove.

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   Light the burning element under fondue pot.

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   Add the lemon juice and half of the wine.

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   Gradually add cheese, stirring continually with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula.

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   As cheese starts to melt, continue to add the remainder of the wine and cheese.

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   Dont lose heart, it will seem like a large lump of cheese that you cant dip anything into for a little bit.

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   Keep stirring.

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    When cheese gets bubbly, add in the pepper, a dash or two of nutmeg and the Kirsch liquor (optional).

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    Continue to stir until smooth.

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    This process may take 15-25 minutes.

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    Remember fondue is not for the hurried eater.

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    Relax, pour your guest a glass of wine and take turns stirring your cheese fondue.

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    Suggested accompaniments: French baguette cut into cubes, sweet mini gherkins, roasted mini onions, red peppers sliced, sauteed whole mushrooms, roasted mini fingerling potatoes, Granny Smith apple slices.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.