- 1 fondue Chic! au gin by 1001 Fondues, 350 g (12 oz.)
- 4 whole portobello mushrooms
- 20 cherry tomatoes halved
- 45 mL (3 tablespoons) chopped black olives
- 10 mL (2 teaspoons) olive oil
- 10 mL (2 teaspoons) chopped garlic
- 45 mL (3 tablespoons) chopped parsley
- 45 mL (3 tablespoons) minced basil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Preheat barbecue to medium.
- Remove the stem of the portobellos. Using a spoon, remove the gills on the underside of the caps of the portobellos.
- In a bowl, combine oil, tomatoes, olives, garlic and herbs. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the fondue according to package cooking instructions.
- Spread the tomato mixture inside the cap of the mushrooms and pour a little fondue.
- Place the mushrooms on a hot, oiled barbecue grill. Close the lid and cook for eight 8 to 10 minutes.
- Just before serving, pour the cheese fondue over the portobellos.
This recipe is a perfect starter, accompaniment or side dish. Serve to your guests or enjoy with your family. Just imagine yourself on a sun-drenched rooftop terrace, way op the mountains, enjoying this dish with a delicious glass of wine. A timeless moment!
*In the oven: Bake portobellos for approximately 20 minutes at 200° C (400°F).
This superb cheese fondue is a uniquely innovative combination! The floral notes of the Mauricie-based Mariana distillery’s Violette gin are perfectly set off by a flavourful blend of local cheeses. Chic! au gin will delight fondue-lovers looking for something deliciously different.