Step-by-step recipe

Classic Swiss Cheese Fondue

A creamy, cosy centrepiece for a dinner with friends or family.

Pot of creamy cheese fondue

How to make it

  1. Prepare the pot.
    Rub the inside of a heavy saucepan or fondue pot with the cut side of the garlic clove.
  2. Warm the wine.
    Pour in the wine and lemon juice and heat gently until steaming, but do not let it boil hard.
  3. Add cheese gradually.
    Toss the grated cheeses with cornflour. Add a handful at a time, stirring in a steady figure-eight until smooth before adding more.
  4. Season and serve.
    Stir in nutmeg and pepper. Transfer to a fondue burner on low heat and serve with bread cubes and vegetables.

Tip: keep the fondue gently warm, not bubbling. If it becomes too thick, stir in a small splash of warm wine.