There’s nothing quite as tasty as a decent cheese fondue. The experts at Ballymaloe share their foolproof cheese fondue ideas!

This is the perfect treat if you want to cosy up with someone, or catch up and have a long chat. It’s simple, so you won’t be under pressure for time. If there’s one thing Ballymaloe excel at it’s making the best of simple food, so try this lovely recipe for a cheesy fondue and you won’t be disappointed.

1. Put the white wine and the rest of the ingredients into a small saucepan or fondue pot and stir.

2. Just before serving put over a low heat until the cheese melts and begins to bubble.

3. Put the pot over the fondue stove and serve immediately with fresh crusty French bread or cubes of ordinary white bread crisped up in a hot oven.

We won’t be surprised if you decide to lick the fondue pot clean!