Fondue Valdostana
Fondue Valdostana is a rich, comforting cheese fondue originating from the Aosta Valley in the Italian Alps. It is typically made by melting local cheeses like Fontina DOP, often combined with butter, milk or cream, and sometimes a splash of white wine, creating a smooth, creamy dip for bread.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is notably high in fat and protein due to its cheese base, providing a good source of calcium and energy-dense calories, likely ranging from 500 to 800 calories per serving depending on portion size and added ingredients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 550 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 42 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
| Calcium | 650 mg |
| Phosphorus | 450 mg |
| Vitamin A | 400 µg RAE |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg |
| Zinc | 3.5 mg |
| Selenium | 20 µg |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
Per 1 serving (250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it showcases the Alpine tradition of using preserved, high-quality local cheeses to create communal, warming meals, and nutritionally, it offers a concentrated source of nutrients that were historically vital for enduring cold mountain winters.
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