Ingredients:
- 8 oz. Swiss cheese (shredded)
- 4 oz. Gruyere cheese (shredded)
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 Tablespoon brandy (optional but delicious, or sherry)
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 loaf French bread ( sliced into cubes for dipping)
- Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil (for drizzling)
Instructions:
- Cut the clove of garlic in half and rub the inside of your saucepan with the garlic. Discard the clove (or save for another use).
- Bring wine to a low simmer.
- Toss all shredded cheeses with cornstarch. Set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium low and add cheese a small handful at a time over low heat until melted. Stir in a figure 8 pattern until smooth before adding more. Do not try to rush this process or your cheese will not melt properly.
- Stir in remaining ingredients (except bread) and heat through.
- Drizzle your preferred single varietal over the top right before serving.
- Serve warm with bread for dipping.