Fondue for two in 30 seconds

Wednesday, 29 February 2012 10:52 AM

It may not be the healthiest dinner option but, for a weekend treat for your other half or for a dinner party, fondue can really impress. With Butlers Farmhouse Cheeses, you can enjoy the Alpine favourite at home without digging out the fondue set.

Fondue for Two costs £3 and you can heat the little pots in the microwave for 30 seconds to create two, instant fondues, each in its only little ramekin. Ideal for dipping crusty bread or chopped up veg, as a starter it can really break the ice.

Lancashire based Butlers Farmhouse Cheeses may be based 760 miles away from Alps, but melted Tasty Lancashire Cheese can give the Swiss classic a Lancashire twist! Butlers has been making cheese for four generations now, with more than 400 awards for their cheeses. Find Fondue for Two at the supermarket or buy online.

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