Gouda Fondue

Ingredients

• 1/4 teaspoon(s) caraway seeds, optional
• 2 teaspoon(s) cornstarch
• Cubes of French, rye, pumpernickel or multigrain bread
• Cucumber chunks, red and green pepper slices or pickled onions
• 1 teaspoon(s) freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1 teaspoon(s) freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1 clove(s) garlic, halved
• 6 ounce(s) grated Edam cheese
• 6 ounce(s) grated Gouda
• 2/3 cup(s) lager beer

Preparation

1. 1. In a bowl, combine the cheeses, caraway and cornstarch.
2. 2. Rub garlic around the inside of flameproof fondue pot or large saucepan. Discard garlic. Add beer and lime juice and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
3. 3. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add cheese, a handful at a time, stirring constantly in a figure-eight motion with a wooden spoon until cheese is melted.
4. 4. Remove from heat and set up on a fondue stand with a burner if desired. Serve with bread or other dippers.