4 comforting and reinvented fondues recipes
to try this winter

Classic dishes often get modernized over time and chefs regularly add their own personal twist to these recipes. Fondue is no exception.

Here are a few ways to make this traditional winter meal even more unique and festive!

A new kind of Chinese fondue

When it comes to Chinese fondue, or hot pot, it's all about the broth. You can always purchase a broth at the store, but a homemade version is equally easy to make. For instance, you can make a spicy broth that's brimming with flavour by adding fresh herbs such as cilantro, rosemary, or thyme. To make your fondue even more special, try new ingredients for dipping! Beef is always delicious, but you can also use tofu, shrimp, Halloumi cheese, and vegetables. Finally, don't be afraid to try new dipping sauces. There are several varieties available in store and you can also try making your own to save money.

Easy, low-cost dipping sauces

Cheese fondue served in a pumpkin

Pumpkins aren't just for Halloween! To make this cheese fondue, you'll need a pumpkin or a turban squash, a bit of butter, an onion, and the cheese mixture of your choice. Super C has numerous cheese options that are ideal for fondue such as Selection Swiss or Irresistibles parmesan. Preheat the oven to 350 °F and empty the pumpkin but don?t get rid of the top. Rub butter on the inside of the pumpkin with a bit of seasoning (salt, pepper, nutmeg). Bake in the oven for 45 minutes. Meanwhile, sauté the chopped onion in a pan with some butter. Then add the cheese and stir until melted. Once the pumpkin is out of the oven, fill it with the cheese mixture and then back in the oven it goes. Bake for 20 minutes with its top on. Serve with pieces of bread, meat (cooked) such as bacon or pieces of steak, vegetables, apples, even pickles. Bon appétit!

Psst! If you're wondering what to do with the leftover pumpkin, you can keep the seeds for a snack or add them to a soup.

A chocolate fondue for the whole family

Chocolate fondue is a dessert that will never go out of style! To make your own, you'll need one cup of chocolate (in pieces), one cup of 35% cream, and anything that you want to dip in chocolate. Want to up your fondue game? Simply use different types of chocolate: dark, milk, hazelnut, white, etc. Start by heating the cream in a pot. Once hot, shut the heat off and add the chocolate. Stir until you get a smooth texture. When it?s time to enjoy your fondue, pour the chocolate into a bowl. Or you can arrange any dipping ingredients, such as fruit, on a parchment paper and pour the chocolate on top.

A caramel fondue for those with a sweet tooth

Chocolate fondue might be a popular dessert, but a caramel fondue is also a delicious treat! You'll need 35% cream, brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup. In a pot, add ½ cup of cream, ½ cup of corn syrup, ½ cup of brown sugar, and a tablespoon or two of butter. Bring to a boil. If you want, you can use maple syrup instead of corn syrup if that's more practical. Keep stirring the caramel and lower the heat. Serve the caramel sauce with the dipping ingredients of your choice. Enjoy!

A few tips to make your chocolate or caramel fondue even better:

In addition to fruit, you can use all kinds of treats as dipping ingredients: brownies, Graham cracker cookies, pieces of your morning pancake, and much more. If it pairs well with chocolate, you can enjoy it in a fondue!
Pretzels and popcorn are perfect for creating a sweet and salty combo.
Try all kinds of fruit: grapes, kiwi, mangoes, strawberries, apples, banana, etc. Fruits of all kinds go well with chocolate!

Low-cost fondues

Fondues are an easy way to get rid of leftovers. You can serve it with vegetables, leftover bread, cheese, fruit, meat, etc. Plus, you can cook any meat that's left over from your fondue and use it in a sandwich the next day. Keep an eye on your flyer to take advantage of discounts for your next fondue dinner!

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