Cheese Fondue: What's Included In Melting Pot's Signature Dish?

The Melting Pot's cheese fondue is a popular choice for diners, and it's easy to see why. The restaurant offers a range of cheese fondue options, including the Classic Alpine, Wisconsin Cheddar, and Aged Cheddar & Gouda fondues. The fondue is designed to be paired with a variety of dippers, including artisan bread, meats, fruits, and vegetables. For those who want to enjoy the Melting Pot experience at home, the restaurant also offers fondue bundles that can be prepared on a stovetop or in a microwave.

The Melting Pot's Classic Alpine Fondue

When you indulge in The Melting Pot's Classic Alpine Fondue, you're not just getting a delicious dish, but an entire experience. It begins with the warm, inviting atmosphere of the restaurant, where the fondue is prepared right at your table. The artful blending of cheeses creates a seductively smooth and creamy texture that is simply irresistible. The fondue is then served with a variety of mouthwatering dippers, elevating the experience even further.

The dippers on offer include a delightful array of options, such as crusty, artisan bread. Imagine dipping a piece of that warm, crispy bread into the creamy cheese fondue, creating the perfect harmony of textures and flavours. But the options don't stop there; you can also indulge in fruits, meats, and veggies, adding a refreshing or savoury contrast to the rich fondue. From crisp broccoli florets to juicy green apples, the choices are endless, ensuring that every bite is a unique and memorable one.

The Classic Alpine Fondue is just one of the many fondue options available at The Melting Pot. Whether you're a cheese connoisseur or a chocolate enthusiast, there's something for everyone. With their Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese Fondue, Spinach Artichoke Fondue, and Fiesta Fondue, you can explore a range of flavours that will tantalise your taste buds. So, gather your friends and family and get ready to dip, devour, and repeat at The Melting Pot!

Wisconsin Cheddar Fondue

The Wisconsin Cheddar Fondue is a popular choice at Melting Pot Restaurants. It's a perfect blend of smooth and creamy cheddar cheese, seasoned to perfection, and served with a variety of delicious dippers. This fondue is a great option for those who want to indulge in a cheesy, savoury treat.

Ingredients

The key ingredient in the Wisconsin Cheddar Fondue is, of course, cheddar cheese. The cheese is shredded or cubed and coated with cornstarch to give it a smooth and creamy texture. Other ingredients include beer, garlic, dry mustard powder, and Worcestershire sauce. The combination of these ingredients creates a sophisticated flavour that enhances the overall taste of the fondue.

Preparation

Preparing the Wisconsin Cheddar Fondue is quite straightforward. The cheese is first tossed with cornstarch and mustard to ensure an even coating. In a separate saucepan, the beer and Worcestershire sauce are heated together, being careful not to bring it to a boil. The cheese is then gradually stirred into the beer mixture using a fork or wire whisk. It's important to cook the fondue over low heat and stir constantly to achieve a smooth and bubbling consistency. Finally, the fondue is poured into a fondue pot to keep it warm and ready for dipping.

Dippers

The Wisconsin Cheddar Fondue is typically served with a variety of dippers to enhance the overall dining experience. At Melting Pot Restaurants, they suggest crusty, artisan bread as the perfect pairing for their fondue. Other options include roasted potatoes, fresh apples, grapes, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and other seasonal produce. For those who prefer more savoury options, salami, smoked sausage, ham cubes, shrimp, and bacon-wrapped chicken can also be dunked into the fondue.

Occasions

The Wisconsin Cheddar Fondue is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on various occasions. It can be a romantic meal for two, a fun fondue party with friends, or a family gathering. It's a great way to elevate a regular meal into an extraordinary experience, creating shareable moments and memorable interactions.

Spinach Artichoke Fondue

Ingredients:

• Vegetable broth or white wine
• Spinach
• Artichoke hearts
• Garlic
• Cheese (Gruyere, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Butterkase, Monterey Jack, White Cheddar, or a blend of Fontina and Parmesan)
• Cornstarch or flour
• Bread, vegetables, meat, chips, or crackers for dipping

Instructions:

• Heat the vegetable broth or wine in a fondue pot or a heavy-bottomed pan.
• Add spinach, artichoke hearts, and garlic to the broth. Cook until the spinach wilts or the artichoke hearts soften.
• Combine your choice of cheeses in a separate bowl. Add cornstarch or flour and toss to coat.
• Slowly add the cheese mixture to the broth, stirring constantly, until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
• Transfer the fondue to a warm fondue pot and serve with your choice of dippers.

Some tips for making the best Spinach Artichoke Fondue:

• Use fresh, shredded cheese for the best melting results. Pre-shredded cheese may contain additives that affect the texture.
• Do not double or triple the recipe as the cheese may not melt completely. Prepare one batch at a time if you need a larger quantity.
• Toss the cheese with cornstarch or flour before adding to the broth to help with smooth incorporation.
• For a romantic setting, serve the fondue in a hollowed-out round loaf of bread.
• Choose mild dippers that won't overpower the flavor of the fondue, such as plain crusty bread, tart green apples, carrots, or blanched vegetables.

Fiesta Fondue

The Ultimate Indulgent Experience

Imagine the perfect night out with friends or family, gathered around a bubbling pot of cheesy goodness. That's exactly what you'll get with The Melting Pot's Fiesta Fondue. It's an explosion of flavours that will leave you craving more.

A Flavourful Adventure

The Perfect Pairings

What sets Fiesta Fondue apart are the carefully selected dippers that elevate the entire fondue experience. Imagine dipping crusty, artisan bread into the creamy cheese, or perhaps some fresh fruits or veggies for a refreshing twist. If you're feeling adventurous, try pairing it with meats or pretzels for an explosion of textures and flavours.

Customise Your Fiesta

At The Melting Pot, we believe in customising your dining journey. That's why we offer a variety of cooking styles and sauces to enhance the flavour of your Fiesta Fondue. Our knowledgeable servers will guide you through creating your own unique combinations, ensuring each bite is a mouthwatering masterpiece tailored to your taste.

A Night to Remember

Whether it's a special celebration or just a spontaneous night out, Fiesta Fondue at The Melting Pot is the perfect choice. Indulge in the ultimate cheese lover's dream and let your senses be captivated by the aroma and taste of our signature fondue. It's an experience that will leave you and your loved ones with fond memories and satisfied smiles.

Aged Cheddar and Gouda Fondue

The Melting Pot's Aged Cheddar and Gouda Fondue is a premium blend of fresh, aged English Cheddar and Dutch Gouda, frozen fresh and imported. It is a rich and smooth cheddar flavour that complements any of your favourite dippers.

The Aged Cheddar and Gouda Fondue is available as part of a Fondue at Home bundle, which includes Omaha Steaks dippers. The Melting Pot also offers a 'Cheese Fondue & Baguette Bliss' option.

How to make the fondue

The Melting Pot's Aged Cheddar and Gouda Fondue is available to purchase and make at home. However, if you want to skip the prep and get straight to the good part, you can always book a table at The Melting Pot and enjoy the fondue there.

What to serve with the fondue

The BakerMama recommends serving fondue with red grapes, bread cubes, pear slices, and roasted Brussels sprouts. Well Plated suggests roasted baby potatoes, lightly steamed broccoli florets, cauliflower, asparagus, mushrooms, sliced firm apples, cooked sliced hot sausage, and cubed French, sourdough, and/or pumpernickel bread.

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