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Baked Fontina With Garlic Olive Oil And Thyme Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible appetizer – a delightful twist on fondue, without the fuss! This recipe from the Red Cat Cookbook features creamy Italian Fontina cheese (Dutch Fontina won't melt the same!), baked to bubbly perfection with fragrant garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Simply broil until golden and serve with crusty bread for dipping. It's the perfect starter for a romantic dinner or a cozy night in!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 13 mins
Calories 791.5 kcal
Protein 88g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Baked Fontina With Garlic Olive Oil And Thyme

  • 8 ounces Fontina cheese
  • 4 teaspoons high quality olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Crusty bread, for serving

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How to Make Baked Fontina With Garlic Olive Oil And Thyme

  1. Preheat your broiler.
  2. Prepare your baking dish(es): For individual servings, use four 6-inch cast-iron pans. For a larger serving, use one 12-inch cast-iron skillet.
  3. Divide 8 ounces of Fontina cheese evenly among the prepared pans.
  4. Drizzle each serving with 1 teaspoon of high-quality olive oil.
  5. Scatter 1 clove of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, and 1/2 teaspoon fresh rosemary over each portion of cheese.
  6. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  7. Broil for 6-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden brown. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
  8. Serve immediately. For individual servings, place each cast-iron pan on a heat-resistant trivet or napkin. For a larger serving, place the skillet in the center of the table.
  9. Serve alongside crusty bread for dipping and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

57 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

173g

Carbs

1g

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