Vacherin Mont d’Or cheese is a soft, rich and creamy cheese with an oozy texture that makes it ideal for creating delicious dishes. Here are five recipes where this luxurious cheese is the star of the show.
1. Baked Vacherin Mont d’Or: This classic dish starts with a wheel of Vacherin cheese set onto a bed of fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon zest. Just before baking, the top is slathered with a mixture of cream and butter to give it an even richer flavor. The resulting cheese is decadent, gooey and truly unforgettable.
2. Potatoes Vacherin: In this delicious side dish, potatoes are layered with slices of Vacherin Mont d’Or cheese, and then baked in the oven until everything is golden brown and bubbly. Garlic, nutmeg, and white wine add an extra boost of flavor to the dish.
3. Vacherin Mont d’Or with Fondue: This popular fondue is made with Vacherin Mont d’Or melted in a pot and then served with bread, potatoes and vegetables for dipping. The cheese lends an ultra-rich flavor to the already decadent dish.
4. Vacherin Mont d’Or Tart: This savory tart is a perfect entrée for any special occasion. The crust is made with shortcrust pastry, and then filled with a mixture of cream cheese, bacon, mushrooms and slices of Vacherin Mont d’Or.
5. Grilled Vacherin Mont d’Or: A simple yet delicious way to enjoy this cheese is to grill it on a cast iron pan until the top is golden and bubbly. Serve alongside fresh seasonal vegetables for an easy meal that everyone will love.