Honey Champagne Fondue
This Honey Champagne Fondue recipe takes the path less traveled with it's inclusion of natural honey as a flavor enhancer. The honey provides an extra dimension to the already delightful array of ingredients. This recipe is guaranteed to leave you hungry for more.
Ingredients
- 16 oz. Swiss or Gruyere cheese shredded
- 4 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1 Tablespoon butter
- 1/4 cup shallot minced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 1/4 cups brut (dry) champagne or sparkling wine
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- Pinch nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
Instructions
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Toss cheese with cornstarch and dry mustard to coat; reserve. In a heavy pan or fondue pot, over medium heat, melt butter.
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Saute shallot and garlic until soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Add champagne and bring to a boil. Slowly add reserved cheese mixture, a little at a time, stirring constantly, until cheese melts.
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Stir in honey and lemon juice; stir until smooth and continue to simmer 2-3 minutes more.
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Season with nutmeg and pepper.
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Serve immediately; keep warm.