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Fontina

Also called fontina Val d'Aosta

Semi-soft Italian Alpine cheese, earthy, nutty and very meltable. Used for fonduta, polenta, pizza and toasties.

Gluten-freeContains: milk

What can replace it

  • T1 · Great swapRaclette cheese

    Slightly stronger and more pungent; melts just as smoothly.

  • T2 · GoodGruyère

    Firmer and nuttier; melts a little less creamily.

  • T2 · GoodProvolone

    Tangier and stretchier; less earthy and buttery.

  • T2 · GoodTaleggio

    Softer and funkier, with a washed-rind aroma.

  • T3 · In a pinchLow-moisture mozzarella

    Very mild and stringy; lacks the nutty, earthy flavour.

  • T3 · In a pinchYoung Gouda

    Milder and plainer, though it melts well.

Cook with Fontina

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