fondue recipe

### Classic Cheese Fondue **Ingredients:** - 1 clove garlic, halved - 1 cup dry white wine - 8 ounces Gruyère cheese, grated - 8 ounces Swiss cheese, grated - 1 tablespoon cornstarch - 1 tablespoon lemon juice - 2 tablespoons kirsch (cherry brandy), optional - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste - Nutmeg, to taste - Assorted dippers (bread cubes, vegetables, apples, etc.) **Instructions:** 1. **Prepare the pot:** Rub the inside of a fondue pot or heavy saucepan with the cut sides of the garlic clove. Discard the garlic. 2. **Heat the wine:** Pour the wine into the pot and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. 3. **Prepare the cheese:** In a large bowl, toss the grated cheeses with the cornstarch until evenly coated. 4. **Add the cheese:** Gradually add the cheese to the simmering wine, stirring constantly in a figure-eight motion until the cheese is melted and smooth. 5. **Season and flavor:** Stir in the lemon juice and kirsch, if using. Season with freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of nutmeg. 6. **Serve:** Keep the fondue warm over a low flame or heat source, and serve with assorted dippers like bread cubes, steamed vegetables, and apple slices.