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Fondue was popular in the 70ies and it's making a comeback now. And why not? Who doesn't love dunking tasty bread in hot melted cheese? Chocolate fondue is a truly decadent dessert that's actually easy to make.

But did you know that there's more to fondue than cheese and chocolate? There's also hot oil fondue where the fondue pot is filled with oil and you cook small pieces of meat with your fondue fork at the table. Then there's broth fondue which usually adds veggies or noodles to the mix.

Fondue is back and tastier than ever. As the webmaster of GoFondue, I'll plan on trying and reviewing the best Fondue Recipes whenever I can.

Essential Fondue Recipes 

Want to try fondue but don't know where to start? Start right here with these simple to make recipes that use easy to find ingredients. You may already have everything you need to begin enjoying delicious fondue.
Swiss Cheese Fondue
When people talk about fondue they usually mean cheese fondue. Traditional cheese fondue uses Gruyere and Emnenthaler cheeses. This recipe uses regular swiss which is easier to find.
Chocolate Fondue
Everything tastes good when it's dipped in melted chocolate. Don't fill up on too much cheese. Be sure to save room for this dessert fondue.

Fondue Pots & Accessories 

Next you'll need some fondue equpiment to try out those recipes.

Cuisinart CFO-3SS Electric Fondue Maker

Amazon Price: $59.95 (as of 10/07/2008)

Rival Stainless Steel Fondue Pot

Amazon Price: $29.99 (as of 10/07/2008)

Trudeau Meat Fondue Forks, Set of 6

Amazon Price: $5.50 (as of 10/07/2008)

Fondue Tips & Traditions 

  1. If the fondue is too hard add more wine
  2. If the fondue is too soft add more cheese
  3. Have your guests stir in a figure eight pattern each time they dip something
  4. Tradition says that if the item you're dipping comes off of your fork:
    -Men: Next round is on you
    -Women: Kiss the man to your left
    Make up your own traditions. The ones above are outdated and sound a little chauvinistic to me
  5. Cold drinks are not usually served
  6. The traditional drink for fondue is hot tea or the wine that you used to cook with
  7. Ignore the rules and serve Merlot. It goes great with cheese fondue

Advanced Fondue Recipes 

After you've tried the Essential Fondue Recipes why not continue exploring fondue? Here's some great recipes that to keep your going.
Hawaiian Pork Fondue
This hot oil fondue is made with pork loin, pinapple, onion, honey and more.
Asian Hot Pot
Also known as Shabu Shabu, this recipe for Asian Hot Pot Fondue combines a broth fondue with a noodle soup. And be sure to use at least three different dipping sauces.
S'mores Fondue
If you remember s'mores as those delicious but messy treats that you made when camping, then try this recipe. It's still delicious but leave the mess in the woods. Graham crackers are crushed and put in the fondue pot with chocolate and then you dip the marshmallows.

Fondue Articles and Information 

Here are some of the best fondue related feeds to give you even more ideas and information about how to enjoy fondue.

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Fondue Cookbooks 

The 125 Best Fondue Recipes

Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 10/07/2008)

The Everything Fondue Cookbook: 300 Creative Ideas for Any Occasion

Amazon Price: $10.17 (as of 10/07/2008)

Fondues from Around the World

Amazon Price: $10.36 (as of 10/07/2008)

Fondue: Great Food To Dip, Dunk, Savor, And Swirl

Amazon Price: $10.20 (as of 10/07/2008)

Fondue

Amazon Price: $9.95 (as of 10/07/2008)

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