Easy Cheesy Valentine's Day!

What is more romantic than fondue on Valentine's Day? Let me answer that for you-"nothing". It's the perfect excuse to get up close and messy with your Valentine(whether it be your lover or your kids). This oh-so-scrumptious indulgence is the weakness of anyone with taste buds. So pull out one of the ten fondue pots you received as wedding gifts and break it in! This simple 5 ingredient fondue recipe will melt your sweetheart right into your arms.



Cheese Fondue

1 clove garlic, minced

1 lb. shredded Gruyere cheese

3 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour

1 3/4 cup dry white wine

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Toss the cheese with the flour. Combine minced garlic and wine in medium sauce pan. Bring to a simmer and slowly add the cheese mixture, one handful at a time. Stir in the nutmeg.
Stir over low heat until smooth and cheese is melted and bubbling. Transfer the cheese mixture to a fondue pot and you are ready for dipping.
Use french bread, sausage, apples for dipping. YUM!

Chocolate Fondue

1 lb. premium semisweet chocolate, well chopped

1 1/2 cups heavy cream

1 tsp real vanilla extract

In a medium saucepan over low heat bring the cream and vanilla to a simmer. Slowly add the chocolate, stirring until the chocolate is melted. Transfer the mixture to a fondue pot and you're ready for dessert!

Use strawberries, cherries, oranges, cheesecake bites, and cubed angel food cake for dipping. Enjoy!!

 

Photo credits: Nugget Market and Indy Posted