Goat Cheese Fondue: A Creative Culinary Adventure

Goat cheese fondue is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer. It can be made with just a few simple ingredients, such as goat cheese, heavy cream, and wine. The key to achieving a smooth and creamy texture is to heat the ingredients gently and stir constantly until a smooth consistency is reached. This fondue can be served with a variety of dippers, such as bread, apples, grapes, and vegetables. It's the perfect starter for a meal or a great addition to a happy hour.

Goat cheese fondue with truffle tapenade

A delicious recipe by Kees Kromhout, a highly respected cheese specialist from the Netherlands.

Ingredients

• 21 oz mature Dutch goat cheese (grated)
• 1 Crottin Sevre et Belle (grated/sliced)
• 11 oz dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc
• 1 tbsp truffle tapenade (fresh)
• Other dippers like grilled or raw vegetables or cured ham

Method

Pour the wine into a fondue pot or other heat-resistant pan/caquelon and bring to a boil. Set aside a small amount of wine for later. Switch to low heat and gradually add the grated cheese. Stir constantly until it starts to thicken. Switch to high heat and bring to a boil. Dissolve the cornstarch in the wine that was set aside and add to the creamy cheese mixture. Keep warm. Don't worry if the fondue becomes slightly grainy—this is due to the texture of the goat cheese. Stir the truffle tapenade through the cheese fondue to taste.

Tips

• Prefer to make 35 oz of cheese fondue? Use the following amounts of cheese and wine: 28 oz of mature Dutch goat cheese, 2 packages of Crottin Sevre et Belle and 13.5 oz of Sauvignon Blanc.
• To make 14 oz of cheese fondue, cut all ingredients in half.
• Serve with bread and apples, or whatever you’d like to dip into the warm cheese.

Goat cheese fondue with olives and tomatoes

Ingredients:

• 20 ounces of goat cheese, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup of white wine (such as Pinot Grigio)
• 2 teaspoons of fresh thyme leaves
• Freshly cracked black pepper
• 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh chives
• 1/4 cup of pitted kalamata olives, sliced
• 1/4 cup of fresh tomato, diced
• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• 1 sprig of fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 sourdough baguette, sliced

Instructions:

• Place the goat cheese in a small saucepan over low heat.
• Pour in the white wine and add the thyme leaves and black pepper. Stir occasionally.
• Cook until the cheese is melted and the wine has cooked off (about 8-10 minutes).
• Remove from the heat and stir in the chopped chives.
• In a small baking dish, spread the goat cheese and create a bed of sliced olives and diced tomatoes on one side.
• Drizzle olive oil over the cheese, tomatoes, and olives.
• Sprinkle with chopped rosemary and black pepper to taste.
• Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the oil is bubbly.
• Serve with slices of sourdough baguette, toasted or untoasted.

Enjoy your delicious and creamy goat cheese fondue with olives and tomatoes!

Goat cheese fondue with honey

Ingredients

• 20 ounces goat cheese, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup white wine, such as Pinot Grigio
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
• Freshly cracked black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• 2 Gala apples, cut into wedges
• 1/2 pound red seedless grapes
• 1/2 loaf sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch chunks
• Honey, for drizzling

Method

Place the goat cheese in a small saucepan over low heat. Pour in the heavy cream and white wine, then add the thyme leaves and some black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is melted and the wine has cooked off (this should take around 8 to 10 minutes). The fondue will be thick and creamy. Remove from the heat and stir in the chives.

Drizzle the honey over the fondue and serve warm with apples, grapes, and sourdough bread for dipping.

Tips

• This recipe yields 4 to 6 servings (about 1 1/2 cups fondue).
• For a simpler version of this recipe, you can use just two ingredients: goat cheese and heavy whipping cream. Simply place the goat cheese and cream into a small pot over medium-low heat and stir constantly with a small whisk until a smooth consistency is reached.
• If you want to add a little kick to your fondue, you can include a clove of garlic in the mixture.

Goat cheese fondue with heavy cream

Goat cheese fondue is an easy-to-make dish that can be prepared in a few simple steps. It is a great appetizer and can be served with bread, apples, grapes, and vegetables.

Ingredients

• Goat cheese
• Heavy whipping cream
• White wine
• Thyme
• Pepper
• Chives
• Honey

Optional Ingredients

• Clove of garlic
• Cornstarch
• Fried sage

Instructions

Place the goat cheese in a small saucepan over low heat. Pour in the heavy cream and white wine, then add the thyme leaves and some black pepper. You can also add a clove of garlic to the mix if you like. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is melted and the wine has cooked off, which should take around 8 to 10 minutes. The fondue will be thick and creamy.

Remove from the heat and stir in the chives. If you want to add cornstarch to thicken the mixture, dissolve it in a small amount of water first before adding it to the fondue. Finally, season with salt and pepper to taste.

For an extra touch, you can fry some sage leaves in butter and add them to the fondue. Simply heat a skillet over medium heat, add butter and olive oil, and fry the sage leaves for a minute or two.

Drizzle honey over the fondue and serve warm with your choice of dippers. Enjoy!

Goat's cheese fondue with cornstarch

Goats Cheese Fondue with Cornstarch

Goats cheese fondue is a delicious and indulgent dish that can be served as an appetizer or a main course. It is a fun twist on traditional fondue and is perfect for entertaining guests or for a romantic date night. The key to a good goats cheese fondue is in the preparation and the quality of the ingredients.

Ingredients:

• 10 oz old goat's cheese
• 7 oz soft goat's cheese
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 2.7 oz whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 bell pepper, cut into strips
• 1 apple, cut into wedges
• 1 rustic brown baguette, cut into chunks
• 1 clove of garlic
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional extras:

• Honey, to drizzle
• Grapes

Method:

• Remove the rind from the old goat's cheese and grate it. Crumble the soft goat's cheese.
• In a pan, bring the wine, thyme, and garlic to a boil. Turn down the heat and gradually stir in the grated old goat's cheese until melted.
• Once melted, gradually add the soft goat's cheese, stirring until fully combined.
• Stir in the whipping cream.
• Dissolve the cornstarch in two tablespoons of water and mix the paste into the cheese mixture.
• Continue to cook the fondue on low heat for another 2-3 minutes, or until a consistent texture is achieved.
• Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Serve warm with apples, bread, and bell peppers for dipping.

Tips:

• For a thicker fondue, use heavy cream instead of whipping cream.
• If you prefer a stronger flavour, use a mature or aged goat's cheese.
• Always opt for high-quality cheeses for the best flavour.
• Grate your own cheese to avoid pre-shredded cheese with anti-caking agents that can affect the smoothness of your fondue.
• Take your time when melting the cheese to avoid it becoming grainy or separating.
• Keep stirring your fondue frequently to ensure a silky smooth texture.

Goats cheese fondue is a simple yet impressive dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a little time and effort, you can create a delicious and indulgent treat that your guests will love.

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