{"id":10650,"date":"2026-08-14T09:02:46","date_gmt":"2026-08-14T13:02:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/?page_id=10650"},"modified":"2026-09-03T16:14:32","modified_gmt":"2026-09-03T20:14:32","slug":"cheese-fondue-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/cheese-fondue-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Cheese Fondue: Recipe, Tips, and Variations"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"acf-entete-page alignwide bloc-acf flex flex-col  w-screen\">\n    <!-- Slider main container -->\n    <div class=\"swiper-container relative w-full\">\n        <!-- Additional required wrapper -->\n        <div class=\"swiper-wrapper w-screen h-screen\">\n            <!-- Slides -->\n                                                                                <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\n\n                        <div class=\"bg-cover bg-center relative overflow-hidden\">\n                            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1330\" src=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/1001_Fondues_FondueFestive_HR.jpg\" class=\"absolute inset-0 w-full h-full object-cover z-0\" alt=\"Fondue au fromage festive garnie de canneberges s\u00e9ch\u00e9es, abricots, graines de citrouille et noix\" srcset=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/1001_Fondues_FondueFestive_HR.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/1001_Fondues_FondueFestive_HR-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/1001_Fondues_FondueFestive_HR-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/1001_Fondues_FondueFestive_HR-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/1001_Fondues_FondueFestive_HR-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/1001_Fondues_FondueFestive_HR-600x399.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/>\n\n                            \n                            <div class=\"w-screen lg:w-1\/2  bg-red bg-opacity-90 lg:transform lg:translate-x-full h-screen flex flex-col justify-center relative z-10\">\n\n                                <div class=\"sliderContainer flex flex-row mx-0 sm:mx-6\">\n                                    <div class=\"sliderContent pt-32 sm:p-0 mx-8\">\n                                        \n                                                                                <h1 class=\"text-4xl sm:text-6xl slideTitre boldFont\" data-swiper-parallax=\"-300\">Cheese Fondue: Recipe, Tips, and Variations<\/h1>\n                                                                                <div class=\"sliderText w-2\/3 mx-auto mt-6 sm:mt-10\" data-swiper-parallax=\"-500\">\n                                            <div class=\"slideText text-base md:text-lg baseFont\"><p>Cheese fondue is the ultimate convivial dish: a warm pot gently simmering, golden cubes of bread, and local cheeses melting into silky, irresistible strands. This guide brings together everything you need to make a perfect cheese fondue at home \u2014 the classic recipe and its quantities, step-by-step instructions, a quick ready-to-cook version, creative variations to try, and answers to the most common fondue questions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n                                            \n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            1\n                        <\/div>\n\n\n                    <\/div>\n                            \n        <\/div>\n        <!-- If we need pagination -->\n        <div class=\"swiper-pagination absolute flex flex-col right-4 top-1\/2 z-10\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    \n    <script>\n    (function () {\n        if (window.__entetePageCloneHeadingFix) { return; }\n        window.__entetePageCloneHeadingFix = true;\n\n        function demoteClonedHeadings() {\n            var headings = document.querySelectorAll('.swiper-slide-duplicate h1, .swiper-slide-duplicate h2');\n            for (var i = 0; i < headings.length; i++) {\n                var heading = headings[i];\n                var replacement = document.createElement('div');\n                for (var a = 0; a < heading.attributes.length; a++) {\n                    replacement.setAttribute(heading.attributes[a].name, heading.attributes[a].value);\n                }\n                \/\/ `title` porte font-style:italic \/ font-weight:800, que le div ne re\u00e7oit\n                \/\/ plus d\u00e8s lors qu'il n'est plus un h1\/h2.\n                replacement.className = (heading.className + ' title').trim();\n                replacement.setAttribute('aria-hidden', 'true');\n                replacement.innerHTML = heading.innerHTML;\n                heading.parentNode.replaceChild(replacement, heading);\n            }\n        }\n\n        function start() {\n            demoteClonedHeadings();\n            if (!window.MutationObserver) { return; }\n            \/\/ Swiper ajoute\/retire les clones comme enfants directs du wrapper (init,\n            \/\/ update, resize). 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Keep the same proportions \u2014 three cheeses, 200 g each, all grated \u2014 and aim for two firm cheeses for structure and one semi-firm cheese for creaminess. Here are a few examples of cheeses that work beautifully in fondue:<\/p>\n<h4>Qu\u00e9bec Cheese Fondue<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Louis d\u2019Or &amp; Hercule de Charlevoix: Firm alpine-style cheeses that replace Gruy\u00e8re effortlessly, with no compromise on texture.<\/li>\n<li>1608 &amp; Le Canotier de l\u2019Isle: Semi-firm cheeses that melt smoothly and add a rich, creamy finish.<\/li>\n<li>Tomme de Grosse-\u00cele: A semi-firm cheese with a more pronounced character \u2014 adjust the quantity to taste.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>French Cheese Fondue<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Comt\u00e9 &amp; Beaufort: Two cooked pressed cheeses that melt into long, silky strands and give the fondue its body.<\/li>\n<li>Emmental: Softens the blend and lightens the flavour of more aged cheeses.<\/li>\n<li>Tomme de Savoie: A semi-firm cheese that brings a rustic, earthy note.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For a milder fondue, reduce the amount of aged cheeses and increase the proportion of semi-firm cheeses.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"acf-une-colonne alignwide bloc-acf flex flex-col w-screen relative\">\n            <div class=\"bg-Aucune bg-opacity-80 relative z-10\">\n    \n        <div class=\"container mx-auto px-10 sm:px-auto my-36\">\n\n            <h2 class=\"text-6xl italic mb-4\">Quick Cheese Fondue (Ready-to-Cook Version)<\/h2>\n\n            <div class=\"content\">\n                <p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/app\/uploads\/2022\/10\/MJM-2014-e1727458126724.png\" alt=\"Chic! wine cheese fondue from 1001 Fondues, meal pouch and 125 g box, lactose-free\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For a no-prep cheese fondue, a Chic! ready-to-cook fondue does all the work: simply open the pouch, pour the contents into your preferred cooking vessel (fondue pot, saucepan, or microwave-safe bowl), and heat while stirring gently.<\/p>\n<p>To jazz it up, saut\u00e9 mushrooms \u2014 chanterelles, boletes, or porcini \u2014 in 10 ml (2 tsp) of butter. Prepare the fondue according to the package instructions, then add the mushrooms and stir to combine. <a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/cheese-fondue\/\">See the full recipe<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>What Sets These Fondues Apart<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Lactose-free<\/strong>: Accessible for people with lactose intolerance, with no change in texture or flavour.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Two formats<\/strong>: A meal-size pouch for a full dinner, and a 125 g box for cooking or for appetizers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flexible cooking<\/strong>: Fondue pot, saucepan, or microwave \u2014 depending on the equipment you have.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Zero preparation<\/strong>: Just pour and heat while stirring. No wine, no cornstarch, no seasoning required.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recipe base<\/strong>: The same fondue becomes the starting point for dozens of recipes \u2014 from dips to baked macaroni au gratin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"acf-une-colonne alignwide bloc-acf flex flex-col w-screen relative\">\n            <div class=\"bg-Aucune bg-opacity-80 relative z-10\">\n    \n        <div class=\"container mx-auto px-10 sm:px-auto my-36\">\n\n            <h2 class=\"text-6xl italic mb-4\">Cheese Fondue Variations to Try<\/h2>\n\n            <div class=\"content\">\n                <h3>Flavour Variations<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/blue-cheese-and-sage-fondue\/\">Blue Cheese and Sage Fondue<\/a>: An intense, aromatic fondue enriched with blue cheese, served with pears, plums, hazelnuts, and crispy fried sage leaves.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/cheese-fondue-litalienne\/\">Cheese Fondue \u00e0 l\u2019Italienne<\/a>: A sunny, southern-Italian twist, infused with the fragrance of sun-dried tomatoes.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/cheese-fondue-curry\/\">Cheese Fondue with Curry<\/a>: A cheese fondue brightened with a touch of curry for a hint of exotic warmth.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/tex-mex-cheese-fondue\/\">Tex-Mex Cheese Fondue<\/a>: A spicy, crowd-pleasing Tex-Mex version perfect for sharing.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/lemony-herb-fondue\/\">Lemony Herb Fondue<\/a>: A fresh, citrusy fondue with herbs \u2014 delicious served over pasta.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/celebration-cheese-fondue\/\">Celebration Cheese Fondue<\/a>: A sweet-and-savory fondue with dried fruits and nuts, ideal for festive gatherings.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/sweet-and-salty-fondue\/\">Sweet and Salty Fondue (Maple Baked Apples)<\/a>: A comforting sweet-savory fondue made with hints of maple and apples.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/cheesy-hot-dips\/\">Cheesy Hot Dips<\/a>: Hot, cheesy dips made with fondue \u2014 perfect for appetizers and sharing.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/dipper-delight-nachos-fondue\/\">Dipper Delight &#8211; Nachos and Fondue<\/a>: A melty, indulgent dip designed to accompany nachos.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/fondue-mushroom-bread-bo\/\">Fondue and Mushroom Bread Bowl<\/a>: A rustic round loaf filled with fondue and wild mushrooms, meant to be torn apart and shared.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/cheese-filled-dessert-pound-cake-maple-pecans\/\">Cheese-Filled Dessert with Pound Cake and Maple Pecans<\/a>: A decadent dessert of pound cake, fondue, and maple-glazed pecans.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/veggie-delight-snackbox\/\">Veggie Delight Snackbox<\/a>: Simple ways to pack cheese fondue into a healthy lunchbox.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Cider Fondue<\/h3>\n<p>Cider replaces white wine for a milder, lightly fruity fondue that pairs beautifully with sweet-savory dishes and desserts.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/sweet-and-salty-fondue\/\">Sweet and Salty Fondue (Maple Baked Apples)<\/a>: Maple-cooked apples topped with cider fondue.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/stuffed-crepes\/\">Crepes Stuffed with Caramelized Apples and Apricots<\/a>: Cr\u00eapes stuffed with caramelized fruit and finished with a drizzle of fondue.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/fondue-cruffins-pecans-maple-sugar\/\">Fondue Cruffins with Pecans and Maple Sugar<\/a>: A flaky pastry filled with fondue, pecans, and maple sugar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Beer Fondue<\/h3>\n<p>Beer brings toasted notes and a deeper, more robust flavor than white wine. It works beautifully in a fondue pot or as a base for gratin-style baked dishes.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/sauerkraut-cheese-fon\/\">Sauerkraut &amp; Cheese Fondue<\/a>: Sauerkraut, sausages, and baby potatoes \u2014 an Alsatian classic revisited.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/dipper-delight-nachos-fondue\/\">Dipper Delight &#8211; Nachos and Fondue<\/a>: Golden-baked chicken nachos with vegetables and salsa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>More beer-based recipes can be found in the <a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/recipes\/\">recipe section<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Spirits-Based Fondue<\/h3>\n<p>Gin, whisky, and g\u00e9n\u00e9pi create bolder, more assertive fondues \u2014 perfect for curious palates. Each spirit brings its own aromatic profile.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/our-fondue\/buy-cheese-fondue\/chic-gin\/\">Chic! au gin<\/a>: Floral notes from Violette gin by Distillerie Mariana.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/our-fondue\/buy-cheese-fondue\/chic-whisky\/\">Chic! au whisky<\/a>: Deep, lingering flavours from the St-Laurent 3 grains whisky by Distillerie Arsenal &amp; Co.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/our-fondue\/buy-cheese-fondue\/genepi\/\">Au G\u00e9n\u00e9pi<\/a>: Herbal and floral notes paired with cheeses from Charlevoix.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"acf-une-colonne alignwide bloc-acf flex flex-col w-screen relative\">\n            <div class=\"bg-Aucune bg-opacity-80 relative z-10\">\n    \n        <div class=\"container mx-auto px-10 sm:px-auto my-36\">\n\n            <h2 class=\"text-6xl italic mb-4\">Tips for Making the Perfect Cheese Fondue<\/h2>\n\n            <div class=\"content\">\n                <ul>\n<li>Grate the cheese instead of cutting it \u2014 it melts faster and more evenly.<\/li>\n<li>Warm the wine without boiling it before adding the cheese.<\/li>\n<li>Stir in a figure-eight motion throughout the meal to maintain a smooth texture.<\/li>\n<li>If the fondue is too thick, add a splash of hot white wine; if it\u2019s too thin, add a little cornstarch dissolved in liquid.<\/li>\n<li>Keep the heat moderate and stir constantly while cooking so the cheese melts evenly and the fondue doesn\u2019t turn grainy.<\/li>\n<li>Plan a variety of accompaniments: bread, baby potatoes, crisp vegetables, charcuterie, and fruits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"acf-une-colonne alignwide bloc-acf flex flex-col w-screen relative\">\n            <div class=\"bg-red bg-opacity-80 relative z-10\">\n    \n        <div class=\"container mx-auto px-10 sm:px-auto my-36\">\n\n            <h2 class=\"text-6xl italic mb-4\">Ready-to-Cook Cheese Fondues<\/h2>\n\n            <div class=\"content\">\n                <p>Discover our ready-to-cook, lactose-free cheese fondues \u2014 ready in just a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n            <div class=\"mt-10\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/1001fondues.com\/en\/buy-cheese-fondue\/\" class=\"customLink font-bold italic uppercase\">Browse the shop<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"py-36 blocFaq w-screen\">\n\n    <div class=\"w-screen bg-yellow text-center py-10 mb-10 uppercase\">\n        <h1 class=\"text-4xl sm:text-6xl px-5 boldFont\">Cheese Fondue: Recipe, Tips, and Variations<\/h1>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"container px-5 mx-auto\">\n        \n    <\/div>\n\n            \n            <div class=\"container px-5 mx-auto\">\n                <h2 class=\"text-4xl sm:text-5xl mt-10 mb-7 ml-4 md:ml-0 boldFont\">Frequently Asked Questions About Cheese Fondue<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"questionsReponses bg-yellow pt-10 pb-3\">\n\n                <div class=\"container px-5 mx-auto\">\n\n                                            \n                            \n                            <div class=\"qr-item mb-6 mx-4\" style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ccb500;\">\n                                <div class=\"question cursor-pointer font-bold pb-6 text-lg sm:text-xl flex justify-between items-center\">\n                                    <span>Which cheeses should you use for a classic cheese fondue?<\/span>\n                                    <span class=\"toggleAction bg-white px-3 py-1 font-bold ml-4\">+<\/span>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"reponse text-normal sm:text-lg mb-8 hidden\">\n                                    <p>A traditional cheese fondue blends cheeses that melt smoothly and balance each other. Gruy\u00e8re adds depth and structure, Emmental brings mildness, and a Swiss cheese like Vacherin creates a rich, velvety texture. You can replace part of the mix with a well-aged local cheese for a more pronounced flavour. For the best results, grate the cheeses and add them gradually to ensure a smooth, even melt.<\/p>\n\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            <\/div>\n\n                    \n                            \n                            <div class=\"qr-item mb-6 mx-4\" style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ccb500;\">\n                                <div class=\"question cursor-pointer font-bold pb-6 text-lg sm:text-xl flex justify-between items-center\">\n                                    <span>How much cheese should you plan per person for a cheese fondue?<\/span>\n                                    <span class=\"toggleAction bg-white px-3 py-1 font-bold ml-4\">+<\/span>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"reponse text-normal sm:text-lg mb-8 hidden\">\n                                    <p>For a cheese fondue served as a main course, plan 150 to 200 g of cheese per person, which comes to about 700 g for four people. Adjust the quantity based on appetite, starters, dessert, and the accompaniments you\u2019re serving \u2014 bread, baby potatoes, vegetables, and more. With generous sides, a slightly lighter portion is usually enough.<\/p>\n\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            <\/div>\n\n                    \n                            \n                            <div class=\"qr-item mb-6 mx-4\" style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ccb500;\">\n                                <div class=\"question cursor-pointer font-bold pb-6 text-lg sm:text-xl flex justify-between items-center\">\n                                    <span>Which wine should you choose for a cheese fondue?<\/span>\n                                    <span class=\"toggleAction bg-white px-3 py-1 font-bold ml-4\">+<\/span>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"reponse text-normal sm:text-lg mb-8 hidden\">\n                                    <p>A dry, crisp white wine is the classic choice for cheese fondue \u2014 its acidity helps the cheese melt smoothly without becoming stringy. A local dry white works perfectly, and you can use the same wine for cooking and serving. Wine isn\u2019t mandatory, though: beer, cider, and certain spirits like gin, whisky, or g\u00e9n\u00e9pi create equally delicious fondues with their own distinctive flavour profiles.<\/p>\n\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            <\/div>\n\n                    \n                            \n                            <div class=\"qr-item mb-6 mx-4\" style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ccb500;\">\n                                <div class=\"question cursor-pointer font-bold pb-6 text-lg sm:text-xl flex justify-between items-center\">\n                                    <span>Which beer should you choose for a cheese fondue?<\/span>\n                                    <span class=\"toggleAction bg-white px-3 py-1 font-bold ml-4\">+<\/span>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"reponse text-normal sm:text-lg mb-8 hidden\">\n                                    <p>A light blonde or wheat beer with low bitterness keeps the focus on the cheese and gives a smooth, gentle fondue. An amber or red ale adds toasted notes and a more robust flavour. Highly hopped or very dark beers can overpower the cheese and are best reserved for adventurous palates. A local craft beer is always an excellent choice and lets you vary the flavour profile from one fondue to the next.<\/p>\n\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            <\/div>\n\n                    \n                            \n                            <div class=\"qr-item mb-6 mx-4\" style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ccb500;\">\n                                <div class=\"question cursor-pointer font-bold pb-6 text-lg sm:text-xl flex justify-between items-center\">\n                                    <span>How do you fix a cheese fondue that has separated?<\/span>\n                                    <span class=\"toggleAction bg-white px-3 py-1 font-bold ml-4\">+<\/span>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"reponse text-normal sm:text-lg mb-8 hidden\">\n                                    <p>If your cheese fondue separates and turns grainy, start by lowering the heat, as excessive temperature is often the cause. Then dissolve one teaspoon of cornstarch in a little cold white wine or water and whisk it into the fondue vigorously. It will become smooth again within moments. Always stir in a figure-eight motion to maintain a stable, silky emulsion.<\/p>\n\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            <\/div>\n\n                    \n                            \n                            <div class=\"qr-item mb-6 mx-4\" style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ccb500;\">\n                                <div class=\"question cursor-pointer font-bold pb-6 text-lg sm:text-xl flex justify-between items-center\">\n                                    <span>Can you make a cheese fondue without alcohol?<\/span>\n                                    <span class=\"toggleAction bg-white px-3 py-1 font-bold ml-4\">+<\/span>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"reponse text-normal sm:text-lg mb-8 hidden\">\n                                    <p>Yes \u2014 an alcohol-free cheese fondue turns out beautifully. Simply replace the white wine with unsweetened apple juice or white grape juice.<\/p>\n\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            <\/div>\n\n                    \n                            \n                            <div class=\"qr-item mb-6 mx-4\" style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ccb500;\">\n                                <div class=\"question cursor-pointer font-bold pb-6 text-lg sm:text-xl flex justify-between items-center\">\n                                    <span>What is the \u201cfigure-eight\u201d technique?<\/span>\n                                    <span class=\"toggleAction bg-white px-3 py-1 font-bold ml-4\">+<\/span>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"reponse text-normal sm:text-lg mb-8 hidden\">\n                                    <p>It\u2019s a classic cooking technique used, for example, when whisking sabayons or cooking custards. 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