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I’ve a severe query, why did cheddar fondue exit of vogue? I imply give it some thought: it is the year-round, un-themed model of queso, but you not often see folks making it at dwelling! This vacation season, I am proposing to convey again cheddar fondue which is why I hosted somewhat vacation fondue celebration the opposite evening. As all the time, I am utilizing my favourite cheddar from Tillamook and pairing it with Decoy Merlot and Decoy Pinot Noir, two full-bodied wines for cheddar fondue!
Now I’ve requested earlier than why fondue has gone out of vogue and I suppose the reply can be that the fondue pot is sort of a cumbersome uni-tasker within the kitchen that does not get a lot use otherwise you would possibly lose a few of the specialness. The fondue fork and the entire operation is thrown off stability!
To repair this, I discovered that by utilizing Tillamook’s sharp and medium cheddar cheeses and turning it right into a béchamel, you may make it in any of your personal containers after which serve it straight from there.
I’ve most likely stated it 100 occasions right here, however Tillamook’s cheddar is the very best cheddar I’ve ever used for cooking. When it melts, it stays melted. The fats content material is actually excessive (as a result of they’ve the happiest cows I’ve ever seen) and that fats content material means meltier cheese, which suggests higher fondue. Tillamook cheddar I’s naturally aged, which suggests you get simply the correct amount of sharpness, good for heavy appetizers like fondue. I am sharing the recipe to recreate this 5 minute fondue beneath!
Now a vacation celebration cannot be a vacation celebration with out one thing and I like to boost my events with some incredible wines from Decoy! I am an enormous fan of their Merlot, so I knew the Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon can be huge hits at our vacation fondue celebration.
If you happen to’re searching for an excellent wine to serve at any vacation celebration, I positively suggest Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon, they’re crowd pleasers! And for this event, they pair completely with our Cheddar Fondue. In any case begin celebrating with good wine.
I problem you to rethink your wine and cheese pairing with a enjoyable and interactive fondue celebration! Your family and friends will love the wealthy Tillamook fondue paired with wonderful pink wines from Decoy!
This scrumptious cheddar fondue is ideal for vacation gatherings!
Course:
Appetizer
Recipe:
US
Key phrases:
Cheddar cheese, fondue
serving: 12
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8
TBSP
Unsalted butter -
1/4
the cup
flour -
2-3
the cup
complete milk
At room temperature -
1/2
teaspoon
nutmeg -
1/2
teaspoon
Crushed pink chili flakes
non-compulsory -
Salt and pepper to style
2 to 1 ratio -
8
ounce
Tillamook Sharp Cheddar Cheese
torn aside -
8
ounce
Tillamook Medium Cheddar Cheese
torn aside
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In a medium saucepan, soften the butter utterly and whisk within the flour to make a roux. Let the roux cook dinner for about 2 minutes, stirring consistently.
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Add the milk somewhat at a time, stirring consistently, permitting the combination to steadily mix and thicken. It can take about 5 minutes.
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As soon as it’s cooked, add your nutmeg, pink pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Whisk to mix.
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Add your Tillamook cheddar cheese to the combination and soften till utterly mixed.
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Take away from warmth, and serve instantly with accompaniments for dipping corresponding to apples, bread, broccoli, tomatoes and grapes.
