Cheese Fondue

Ingredients:

• 8 oz. Swiss cheese (shredded)
• 4 oz. Gruyere cheese (shredded)
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 Tablespoon brandy (optional but delicious, or sherry)
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 pinch black pepper
• 1 loaf French bread ( sliced into cubes for dipping)
• Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil (for drizzling)

Instructions:

• Cut the clove of garlic in half and rub the inside of your saucepan with the garlic. Discard the clove (or save for another use).
• Bring wine to a low simmer.
• Toss all shredded cheeses with cornstarch. Set aside.
• Reduce heat to medium low and add cheese a small handful at a time over low heat until melted. Stir in a figure 8 pattern until smooth before adding more. Do not try to rush this process or your cheese will not melt properly.
• Stir in remaining ingredients (except bread) and heat through.
• Drizzle your preferred single varietal over the top right before serving.
• Serve warm with bread for dipping.