Having a party and getting a cheese fondue recipe is exciting, the preparation time is very quick and it is quite easy to do. As they say when you are preparing cheese fondue, the party won’t start until the cheese starts melting!  Believe it or not, cheese and even meat fondue is also great for kids!

If you do a lot of fondue, an all clad fondue set is right for you, with its capability of being placed safe in the dishwasher will let you avoid hours of scrubbing when it comes time to do the dishes.   The fondue set includes a stainless steel stand a fuel holder and forks. With aluminum as its base, it is designed in such a way that the heating is uniformed so you would not have to worry about cooking evenly when doing fondue. A removable aluminum inserts that lets you heat either cheese or chocolate without the hassle of the cheese or chocolate being scorched. The tripod holds it in place providing support for the burner. The All Clad Fondue set usually includes sets of color coded forks.

Having a ceramic insert for your fondue set gives it the ability to be dishwasher safe as earlier pointed out that it gives you the convenience when cleaning your fondue set. An aluminum insert on the other hand enables you to heat either cheese or chocolate on top minus the worry of scorching it.  In short, the  All Clad Fondue set is perfect when making not just limited to cheese fondue but also when you are into chocolate, wine, and oil fondue, an All Clad Fondue set is perfect for preparing all of them.

Almost any fondue sets have been designed to handle better grip especially that you are handling hot objects, with non-corrosive type of handles, it can provide stable lifting, with a nicely polished lid that fits the design and it fits with the storage for forks that comes with the set. The forks are color coded in such a way that you can distinguish in each one of them for easy identification, with long handle it minimizes the risk of getting burned. Before lighting the burner, always make sure that you are placing the stand in a surface that is fire-resistant. The burner fuel does not usually come with the All Clad Fondue set, warranty coverage is usually lifetime.

The Fondue set does not only come with its reputation as being functional but also a classy, beautiful one, with glossy finish, it doesn’t compromise its looks with the nature of its design and what it is supposed to do. A fondue set is mostly used for outdoor cooking; general instructions and tips in using the fondue set are as follows:

1. Always make sure that you are using a leveled surface

2. Always make sure you are setting up in a heat-resistant surface (e.g. wooden board, ceramic tiles)

3. Always keep away from children

4. Secure the fondue pot before using , always make sure that the lids are holding in place

5. Keep the alcohol burner cover handy when the sets are in use so that the flames can be put down after use

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For years I have tried to make something that even closely resembled The Melting Pot’s Green Goddess Sauce.  From the time I was a child, this was without a doubt my favorite dipping sauce, and I just love the battered mushroom caps.  I must be honest and say that for many years, this was one area I failed miserably. I would get on normally wonderful recipe sites like Epicurious, and find a recipe that was titled Green Goddess Sauce.  The problem?  It was NOTHING like The Melting Pot’s sauce and was always a disappointment.

That is why I was so excited when I came along this recipe in a magazine, saying it was actually the Melting Pot’s recipe.  I am not sure whether it actually was or not, but I made a few minor tweaks and I think it is close as you will find outside of the restaurant.

So, what are you waiting for?  Pull out your fondue set, your chocolate fondue fountain and get ready to wow your guests!

Green Goddess Sauce

Ingredients

¾ cup cream cheese, at room temperature

½ cup milk

¼ cup sour cream

¼ cup parsely, finely chopped

¼ cup  chives, finely chopped

2 T onion, minced

2 tsp garlic, minced

Directions

1.       Combine Ingredients in a bowl until completely blended.  Chill.

A couple of notes on this recipe –  If you are watching your diet, I recommend using Neufchatel cheese rather than low fat cream cheese.  I have tried it with low fat cream cheese and the results were pretty disappointing.  Whatever you do – don’t go with fat free.  You are better off skipping it all together.

You can, on the other hand, save a few calories by going with no-fat Greek yogurt in place of sour cream.  Trust me, if you do not tell people, they won’t even miss it.

If I am serving cheese fondue, I generally leave this dip in the refrigerator while we are eating, and don’t pull this dish out until just before dining.  While some fondue sauces can handle sitting at room temperature this is not one of them.   If you have a fondue set that has the sauces in a lazy susan style around it, just keep this one off to the side so you can get it in and out of the refrigerator at the last minute.

Don’t forget to get creative!  You can make an amazing garlic and herb cheese fondue recipe using this dip as seasoning!

Ahh…Chocolate fondue!  What could be better than a fresh strawberry dipped in warm chocolate?  Let’s face it; having chocolate fondue is just plain fun!  Of course, as with any type of fondue you need a fondue pot that meets your goals.  Let’s take a look at the top options in choosing a chocolate fondue set.

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As I mentioned earlier when talking about picking the best cheese fondue set, if you want a fondue set that does it all, this one!  Regardless of what you are cooking, this fondue set will meet your needs.  It has a separate warming base and the stainless steel post holds 56 ounces.  As far as chocolate fondue sets, it simply does not get any better than this.  When you are preparing chocolate fondue or your favorite cheese fondue recipe, simply fill the stainless pot with water and place the stoneware insert over it.  The temperature is easy to control, so you do not have to worry about burning your chocolate!

Wilton Chocolate Pro Electric Melting Pot

If having chocolate fondue is what you are after, the Wilton Chocolate Pro is the way to go!  There are no exact temperature controls, but the pot offers the option of melting or warming.  It has a gentle slow stirring, just the same way a professional chocolate temperer does!  This electric pot heats up quickly and will give you melted chocolate in less than 10 minutes.  This is a great fondue set!

Orka Chocolate Fondue Set

Are you looking for the perfect chocolate fondue gift set?  This great little pot fits the bill!  Although it seems really small, it holds much more than you think it does.  It is perfect as a gift or to use for a romantic evening!  The six piece chocolate fondue set is big enough for four.  The ceramic pot is heated with tealight, which keep chocolate at just the right temperature!  One thing to keep in mind is that this pot must be hand washed.

Trudeau Lexo Chocolate Fondue 8 Piece Set

Looking for an inexpensive solution from a name you can trust?  This is your answer.  Just because this chocolate fondue pot does not break the bank does not mean that you have to sacrifice quality.  This set is attractive and gets the job done!  It is heated with a tea light, meaning no messy sterno to deal with!

And of course, if you want to go all out, why not try a chocolate fondue fountain?

There are few things I love more than cheese fondue.  It is always fun to gather some good friends and enjoy a great pot of cheese fondue and a bottle of wine.  The best part is that it is a very simple evening for the hostess, as long as you have the right cheese fondue set and a foolproof cheese fondue recipe.

The biggest decision you will need to make is whether to go with a sterno or electric cheese fondue set.  A sterno set can be convenient, especially if you are going to be serving in an area where you do not have easy access to electrical cords.  On the other hand, an electric fondue pot can be great  cheese fondue sets because controlling the heat is so easy.  The last thing you want is to have a group of hungry guests and be unable to get your fondue pot hot enough to melt the cheese! (Or to run out of sterno in the middle of the party)

Both options have their advantages, so you need to decide what fondue set works for you.  Here are some top options!

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Trudeau 0823004 Electric 11-Piece 3-in-1 Fondue Set

This electric fondue pot is a great alternative if you are serious about your cheese fondue!  This trudeau cheese fondue set is a long time best seller that is sure to please!  Unlike many electric pots, this fondue pot has a stoneware insert for cheese or chocolate fondue.  You can heat the main pot with water and place the stoneware insert over it to create a double broiler type system.   This means that the pot is actually made for all three types of fondue – meat, cheese and dessert.

Because it has variable heat settings, it can help you maintain the perfect temperature, so you don’t have to worry about your cheese boiling or turning into a messy glob.  You don’t even have to stand next to the pot stirring all the time because you can set the heat to the perfect temperature.

The Teflon heating surface makes for easy clean up and the fact that the pot is separate from the heater means that you can heat your fondue on the stove top if you want to.  If you want one fondue pot that does it all, this is your pick.

Cuisinart CFO-3SSS Electric Fondue Maker

Using the Cuisinart electric fondue pot couldn’t be easier.  If you are tired of messing around with sterno, or get nervous about the safety, this is your pick.  It is really a fantastic plug and go pot!

This pot was intended to be used for cheese fondue as well as meat and chocolate.  It offers easy temperature control for perfect fondue every time.  The surface is non-stick, making for easy clean up.

This pot is very large – which can be great when you are serving a crowd.  Just keep in mind that if you have a side by side refrigerator, fitting this pot in may prove impossible.

Trudeau 24-Piece Stainless Steel Lazy Susan 40-Ouce Fondue Set

If traditional sterno is more your speed, you can’t go wrong with this cheese fondue set!  The lazy susan makes presentation perfect and a great way to share the fondue experience with family and friends.  No need to reach over people to try to get to the dip you want!

Easy to use, and even better, easy to clean up!

For a complete evening, don’t forget your chocolate fondue fountain!

Few things say party more than a chocolate fondue fountain.  After all, it is hard not to feel a little festive when dipping flowing chocolate.  A fondue fountain works for everything from a child’s birthday party to an upscale wedding receptions.   Since chances are you will only buy one or two chocolate fondue fountains in your lifetime, you want to get it right the first time!  Although it is not something that you will use every day, or even as often as your fondue set,  you want to pick a fountain that will last and help you entertain in style!

Sephra Elite Home Chocolate Fountain

This high end home chocolate fondue fountain is sure to make your next party an event.  It holds up to six pounds of chocolate, with is enough to serve 40 people without refilling.  The heated base holds the chocolate while the quite motor smoothly moves that chocolate over the elegant, cascading tiers.  The set includes six fondue skewers, so you will need to make sure that you get more!  This fountain is versatile and can also work with caramel, barbecue sauce and ranch dressing.   Planning to make your favorite cheese fondue recipe?  The Sephra Elite fountain will make presentation something that your guests remember.

The powerful motor means that you can run this fountain for several hours with no problems at all.  This chocolate fondue fountain is easy to clean (It’s dishwasher safe – Yeah!) and offers three heat settings.  You can even turn the heat off all together for cold fondues or sauces.

Rival CFF4 2 Pound Capacity Chocolate Fondue Fountain

The rival chocolate fondue fountain has an auger type pump, which also runs with minimal noise.  There is no down that this fondue fountain will turn any occasion into an event to be remembered.  One of the best parts about this fountain is that it is so easy to use.  While it holds up to three pounds of chocolate, you can make as little as a pound and ¼ and still get the waterfall effect.  This makes it great for large and small gatherings alike.

This chocolate fondue fountain is dishwasher safe and easy to clean.

Nostalgia CFF 990 Stainless Steel 3 Tier Chocolate Fondue Fountain

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Sephra Classic 18 Inch Home Fondue Fountain

If you are looking to make your next party, you need to look no further!  This quiet chocolate fondue fountain works just as well with caramel as it does chocolate.  The fountain heats up in just five minutes and is very easy to use.  Clean up is a cinch just as long as you start cleaning as soon as you turn the heat off.

Try a chocolate fountain fondue!  It is sure to make your next event a hit!

The first time I tried a cheese fondue recipe was at the Melting Pot in Gainesville, Florida.  I was probably around twelve years old.  The Melting Pot there is something pretty special.  It is in an old historic church building with high ceilings and wood everywhere.  It was love at first bite! (Whats not to love about the melting pot cheese fondue recipe.)

Fast forward a few years to the first time I tried to actually make a fondue cheese recie.  I was in my late teens and was trying to liven things up with my family at the holidays.  So, I decided that I was going to be the chef and throw a fondue party.  My mom, of course, was game because it was one less thing that she had to work about.  I found (what I thought was) a great cheese fondue recipe, and prepared for an amazing night.  I’d been to the Melting Pot plenty of times and seen them whip up the perfect cheese fondue right before my eyes.  How hard could it be?

I got my sterno going and added in my beer.  When it was warm, I added the cheese.  And waited.  And waited.  Twenty minutes later, I still had a globby mess.  I was frustrated, upset and embarrassed.  In fact, I am kind of surprised that I ever tried to make cheese fondue again.

Many cheese fondue recipes later with a  little more practice  I finally got it right.  There are a couple of keys to making the perfect cheese fondue.  For starters, you will need to have the right fondue set.  While sterno works just fine for chocolate, I highly recommend you invest in an electric fondue pot if you are going to make cheese fondue very often.  If you are not going to get an electric fondue set, at the very least, get your cheese melted on the stove top and transfer the finished fondue to the pot.

The flour may seem strange to you in this recipe, but it is actually the key to making a smooth fondue.  It helps the cheese to blend.

Cheddar Cheese Fondue Recipe

1 Cup Pilsner Beer

½ cup Dark Beer

1 lb Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded

6 ounces Gruyere Cheese, shredded

2 T flour

1 tsp ground mustard

2 tsp garlic (more to taste – I like more)

Fresh ground pepper

2 T brandy (optional)

Directions

1. Place shredded cheese in a large Ziploc bag.  Add flour and shake to coat.
2. In an electric fondue pot, heat the beer until it is steaming.  Add cheese, a little at a time, stirring until fully melted.
3. Add in ground mustard, garlic and fresh ground pepper.
4. If using brandy, add in just before serving.
5. Serve with breads, apples, celery and carrots.

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Do you fondue?  If you do you know just how much fun it is.  My excitement always rises as I pull out my favorite fondue set. There is something special about everyone gathering around a pot of fondue to share a meal.  The pace is slow but conversation is lively.  Laughter erupts as your friend loses yet another mushroom cap in the boiling broth.

The truth is that of all my favorite ways to entertain, fondue is one of the tops.  There is something about it that creates an intimate experience every time.

Part of it is that fondue is unique.  When you host a fondue party, people will remember it.  After all, who else goes to that much trouble to create a unique and memorable experience for their family and friends?

Of course, to pull the fondue experience off flawlessly, you need the right fondue set!  Just any one won’t do!  You need a fondue set that is perfectly matched to the evening you have in mind!

Here are some things to think about when selecting fondue sets.

The Type of Fuel Required

The type of fuel needed will be a major determinate in your decision of which fondue set is right for you.  You can go with the traditional sterno fondue set or the more modern electric fondue set.   Both have their benefits, but the electric is a far better option if you are planning on serving meat or your favorite cheese fondue recipe.  On the other hand, all a chocolate fondue set really needs is a tea light.

The Size of the Fondue Set

How big of a fondue set do you need?  Are you planning a dinner party for 8 or are you thinking of something for just you and your sweetie?  While you and your spouse don’t need a lazy Susan fondue pot, it can be very convenient when serving a crowd.

What Type of Fondue are you having?

Is your pot going to be used for cheese, meat and dessert?  Or do you just plan on serving one course?  This can be a major factor in which pot or pots you decide to go with.  I love to use my cheese fondue set but I hate having to wash out a pot while guest are there!  There are absolutely fantastic pots that are meant just for serving chocolate fondue that don’t work so well for meat or cheese.   You can also get a chocolate fondue fountain if you really want to make a splash.

Do You have any Special Ideas in Design?

Are you dreaming of a red fondue pot?  How about one with a cow theme?  How about one that connects via the USB port on your computer?  Believe it or not you can get them all!

The Fondue Accessories Included

Do you need fondue forks and plates? How about small containers for dipping sauces?  It is not always possible to get all of these in a fondue set but its certainly something to think about.

Trudeau 0823004 Electric 11-Piece 3-in-1 Fondue Set $59.95	Trudeau 24-Piece Stainless-Steel Lazy Susan 40-Ounce Fondue Set $43.99	Trudeau 15-Piece Meat Fondue Set $17.99
Trudeau Century 15-Piece Stainless-Steel 42-Ounce Fondue Set $39.95	Orka Chocolate Fondue Set, Spots $15.99	Trudeau Multi 12-Piece Stainless-Steel Fondue Set $24.20
Trudeau Lexo Chocolate Fondue 8 Piece Set $11.96	Trudeau Cheese / Chocolate Multi-Purpose Fondue, Red, 10 Piece Set $16.04	Swissmar Sierra 11-Piece Meat Fondue Set, Red Enameled Pot $59.90
Rival Stainless Steel Fondue Pot $35.50