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Fondue

Bacon, Leek and Cheese Fondue

Ingredients

  • 4 rashers smoked streaky bacon
  • ½ small leek, split washed and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 150ml dry local cider
  • 225g grated hard cheese
  • 1 teaspoon cornflour

Method

Fry the bacon in the oil until crisp and then add the leek and cook gently for 2 minutes.Add the cider and bring to a simmer.

Add the cheese and stir gently until melted. Mix the cornflour with a tablespoon of cider and add to the mixture. Stir until creamy.

Pour into a fondue warmer if you have one or just keep in the saucepan and dip in grilled bread or roast potato wedges.