Simple Cheese Fondue

Ingredients:

• 340 g Gruyere, grated (about 4 cups)
• 110 g grated sharp cheddar (about 1 cup)
• 2 tbsp. flour
• 1 clove garlic, cut in half
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• Various dipping snacks

Preparation:

1. Mix the cheese and flour in a bowl. Rub the inside of the pan with a slice of garlic; discard.
2. Combine the wine, lemon juice, and mustard in a saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Add half the cheese mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until melted. Add the remaining cheese mixture and stir until smooth; season with nutmeg.
3. Continue cooking, stirring, for another 2 minutes. Transfer the cheese sauce to a fondue pot or slow cooker to keep warm. Serve with any appetizers of your choice.
   
   What to dip in cheese fondue:
   Iceberg lettuce
   Dried figs
   Pasta
   Avocado
   Pearl onions (blanched)
   Mini sausages
   Candied walnuts
   Gherkins
   Pineapple
   Popcorn
   Bacon
   Whole wheat cereals
   Mini bagels
   Roasted butternut squash
   Celery
   Corn on the cob
   Croissants
   Grape
   Jerky - dried beef