White Wine Cheese Fondue

I was so excited about our Secret Ingredient - wine - that I had a hard time deciding what to feature here on my day. There are so many wonderful wine-based recipes that my head was spinning. Finally, I decided I would share a recipe that's a true favorite in this house. Even though Krista shared a Fun Fondue recipe with this blog in January (click here to check it out) I believe that there just isn't enough fondue in the world, and I am thrilled to share this delight with you.

One of my daughters found a cheese fondue recipe online several years ago. Over time we've adjusted it by adding ingredients, adjusting proportions, and even changing cooking methods. This recipe is very simple, and very tasty. Extra bonus - it's easy and inexpensive too.

Avery has been getting me interested in cheeses, and I hope she approves of this one ;-)

White Wine Cheese Fondue

1 cup white wine (I used Turning Leaf Vineyards Riesling)

1 clove of garlic, crushed, minced

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (I use a vegetarian-friendly brand)

1/4 tsp dry mustard

2 tbsp flour

2 cups shredded cheese of choice

(I took a real shortcut here. I bought "Mexican Style" shredded cheese, a combination of Monterey Jack, Cheddar, Queso Quesadilla, and Asadero Cheeses.)

Avery - are you shuddering???

Heat the wine in a medium saucepan, adding garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and dry mustard. Whisk in flour until well blended and the mixture thickens ever so slightly. Add cheese a little at a time and stir until melted and smooth. You may have to add a little bit more wine to achieve the necessary "dippable" consistency of a fondue.

That's all there is. This pulls together in a flash and looks so elegant. My husband and daughter dip carrot sticks, but I find the carroty taste too strong for the subtle cheese flavors. I prefer dipping crusty bread. Yum...

:-)

I'm heading to North Carolina this week (If you're in the Raleigh area and have time to stop by, please see BookTour.com for details) and I won't be back for my regular Tuesday spot next week. You're in for a real treat! Author Wendy Lyn Watson - I SCREAM YOU SCREAM - will be guest blogging that day. Please stop by and make her feel welcome!!

Enjoy Wine Week (I am... and it's not just because of the recipes *grin*)

See you in two weeks!

Julie

Author of EGGSECUTIVE ORDERS, third in the White House Chef Mystery series and GRACE UNDER PRESSURE (coming in June), first in the Manor of Murder series

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