Fantastic Fondue

Cheese Fondue

Ingredients:

1 garlic clove
non-alcoholic white wine
8 oz. cheese, shredded or cubed (per person)
white flour or starch (no more than 1 Tbs. per person)

Preparation:

Squeeze the garlic clove and wipe around the interior of the fondue pot. Chop and leave garlic in the pot, according to taste. Preheat the fondue pot and, as it warms, add the wine. The amount will vary, according to how many people are eating and desired consistency.

Add the cheese as the wine warms. Swiss cheese is the traditional cheese to use, but cheddar and most other firm cheeses will do. Stir frequently. Add flour to help keep the mixture from breaking up. Once the cheese is smooth and hot, you are ready to dip.

Dip the food into the cheese until covered, then remove and spin several times to prevent dripping. Enjoy.

* Note: A wonderful characteristic of fondue is that it is very forgiving. If the mixture is too thin, add some cheese. If it is too thick, add some wine.

Chocolate Fondue

Simply melt chocolate chips in a fondue pot or double boiler. Strawberries, banana slices and marshmallows are great for dipping, and melted chocolate, of course, makes a delightful dessert.