Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
10 unit

sharp Cheddar

shredded

6 unit

Gruyere

shredded

1 tbsp

all-purpose flour

rounded

1 cup

German lager beer

2 tbsp

spicy brown mustard

3 dash

hot sauce

3 dash

Worcestershire sauce

1.5 unit

wursts

cubed and browned

1 unit

mini party franks

1 unit

cauliflower

separated into florets

1 unit

mini Gherkin pickles

drained

1 unit

pickled onions

1 unit

rye bread

cubed

Step 1
~3 min

Combine shredded Cheddar and Gruyere cheese in a bowl with all-purpose flour.

Step 2
~3 min

Pour German lager beer into a small pot and heat over medium heat until it simmers.

Step 3
~3 min

Reduce the heat to low and add the cheese mixture to the pot, a handful at a time.

Step 4
~3 min

Stir continuously with a wooden spoon in a figure-eight pattern until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated.

Step 5
~3 min

Stir in spicy brown mustard, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.

Step 6
~3 min

Transfer the cheese fondue to a warm fondue pot to keep warm.

Step 7
~3 min

In a large skillet, bring about 2 inches of water to a boil.

Step 8
~3 min

Blanch the cauliflower florets in the boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly tender.

Step 9
~3 min

Drain the cauliflower and arrange it around the fondue pot.

Step 10
~3 min

Return the water in the skillet to a boil.

Step 11
~3 min

Add the mini party franks and sliced wursts to the boiling water.

Step 12
~3 min

Cook until all the liquid has evaporated from the pan.

Step 13
~3 min

Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan and cook the wursts and franks until their casings are browned and crisp.

Step 14
~3 min

Pile the cooked wursts and franks near the fondue pot.

Step 15
~3 min

Arrange small dishes of mini Gherkin pickles, pickled onions, and cubed rye, pumpernickel, or sourdough bread for dipping.

Step 16
~3 min

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Keep the fondue pot on a low heat to prevent the cheese from burning.

Add more beer if the fondue becomes too thick.

Serve with a variety of dippers for a more interesting meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The cheese mixture can be prepared ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Offer a variety of dipping options.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pretzels
Apples
Pears

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Popular appetizer or communal dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Oktoberfest
Holiday Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Game Day

Popularity Score

75/100

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