Swiss

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Gruyere Cheese Cake

It’s a Swiss recipe straight from the source. Gruyère is a hard yellow Swiss cheese named after the town of Gruyère. It is sweet but slightly salty, with a flavour that varies widely with age. Did you know that in 2018, over 15,000 tons of Gruyère were sold in Switzerland, […]

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BirchermĂĽesli

BirchermĂĽesli is as Swiss as it gets. It can be eaten for breakfast, brunch or light dinner. It is a healthy alternative to cereals and the kids love it. Note: The consistency should be more “liquid” than solid. To adjust the taste if the consistency is too thick, add additional […]

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Carrot muffins

No Swiss gourmet journey would be complete without indulging the sweet tooth. All over Switzerland fruit is featured in many desserts, such as incredibly flavorful fruit tarts and fresh berries with whipped cream. However, vegetables can make delicious sweet dishes as well. Following is one of my daughters favourite recipes […]

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Traditional Swiss Cheese Fondue

This recipe comes straight from the heart. When winter rolls along and the cold, dark days seem endless, there is no better cheering up than a joly good fondue. FIGUGAGL (Fondue isch guet und git a gueti Luune) General note: You need a special pot called a “caquelon” to prepare […]

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Chocolate muffins

“If it ain’t chocolate, it ain’t breakfast!” What better way to start your day than with a chocolate muffin? OK, I admit I have a terrible sweet tooth. These chocolate mufffins do the trick every time I feel a craving. They also make successful children’s snacks or dinner party gifts. […]