Shiitake Fondue

Name: Shiitake Fondue
Ingredients: 1 large clove garlic, split in half; 1 small ginger root; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 cups sliced shiitakes; 2 minced shallots; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/4 cups white wine; 1/2 pound shredded Gruyere; 1/2 pound shredded Emmenthal; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 country boule or baguette

12 ingredients

10 steps

Ingredients

1 large clove garlic, split in half
1 small ginger root
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups sliced shiitakes
2 minced shallots
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/4 cups white wine
1/2 pound shredded Gruyere
1/2 pound shredded Emmenthal
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 country boule or baguette

Directions

1

In a medium size saucepan, rub the inside with the garlic clove.
2

Repeat with the ginger.
3

On medium heat, melt the butter and sweat the shiitakes and shallots.
4

Season and add the wine.
5

Bring to a simmer.
6

Meanwhile, have the cheese and cornstarch already tossed together in a resealable plastic bag.
7

Add the cheese mix to the wine, and stir to incorporate.
8

Add the thyme and taste.
9

Break bread, dip, chew, swallow, yum-yum.
10

Wash down with wine.