This fondue recipe is perfect for fall, when all of the colorful varieties of USA Pears begin showing up at your local grocery store. I’ve used pear cider as a base rather than the traditional white wine to give this dish a distinctive autumn flavor. This fondue also benefits from the use of two types of gouda cheese. The soft gouda lends a wonderful creaminess to the fondue, and the aged gouda adds a tangy, bold flavor that makes it ideal for dipping sweet, ripe pears. Serve this recipe as an appetizer, during a weekend football game, or add some toasted bread and vegetables for dipping and make it an easy weeknight dinner. Simply choose a variety of pears and the presentation will be beautiful and effortless! This recipe is also a great way to get kids to eat vegetables Continue reading →