Description
Baked Fontina Cheese Dip – Savory baked fontina, delicious blend of cheese, olive oil and herbs, paired with french baguettes for a perfect quick appetizer that’s sure to be a favorite!
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 pounds Italian Fontina cheese (rind removed and diced)
- 1/4 cup good quality olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves (thinly sliced)
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary leaves
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 crusty French baguette
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler and position the oven rack 5 inches from the heat.
- Add the cubes of Fontina evenly in a 12-inch cast-iron pan. Drizzle olive oil over the cheese cubes. Sprinkle the garlic, thyme, and rosemary over the cheese and olive oil. Sprinkle with the salt and pepper.
- Place the pan under the broiler for 6 minutes. Broil until the cheese is melted and bubbling and starts to slightly brown.
- Serve the baked Fontina hot out of the oven. Serve in the cast-iron pan with crusty bread cubes or slices for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian