7 Cheesy Recipes for Outdoor Après-Ski
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What could be more comforting and easier to prepare than a cheese fondue? For nearly 40 years, the Quebec family business 1001 Fondues has been creating unique, cutting-edge products. 1001 Fondues’ delicious cheese fondues showcase our Quebec terroir by incorporating Quebec cheeses along with local microbrews, wines, ciders and spirits. But that’s not the only reason we love their products: we also share their Swiss roots!
For anyone who enjoys outdoor après-ski, hut stays or winter camping, keeping it simple is often the name of the game for meals. The cheese fondues from 1001 Fondues can be cooked in many ways, are easy to carry in a backpack and add variety to your menu. Be creative!
For Après-Ski at the Chalet
Après-ski in a chalet comes with the convenience of a better-equipped kitchen. The living room or kitchen becomes a gathering place to unwind and chat after a day of alpine skiing. Après-ski at the chalet is always a winner!
1. Warm Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Easy to prepare and so delicious as a starter, this warm spinach and artichoke dip is an après-ski classic. Prepared with a cheese fondue from the Chic! lactose- and gluten-free line, everyone at the table can enjoy it. It’s delightful beside the living room fireplace or even during après-ski in a van. With plenty of fresh spinach, artichoke hearts and walnuts, this convivial dish will quickly become a favourite.
2. Maple Baked Potatoes and Fondue
Why miss out on this delicacy when it’s so easy to prepare? Potatoes stuffed with Du Guerrier fondue from 1001 Fondues are perfect for après-ski at the chalet. Even though potatoes require a relatively long cooking time, they’re so flavourful that you won’t regret prepping them. With a touch of balsamic vinegar and maple syrup to caramelize the onions, it’ll be a sweet and savoury hit!
3. Super Nachos
An après-ski nachos plate is hard to beat, especially when you don’t need to grate any cheese. This Super Nachos recipe made with lactose-free Fondue Chic! à la bière (beer) explodes with flavour. With chunks of tomatoes, peppers and chicken, the nachos are served with homemade guacamole and sour cream.
Super nachos are the perfect finger food to bring family and friends together. Our suggestion? Enjoy them while playing board games and sipping an excellent Quebec microbrew!
For Winter Camping
When winter camping, keep meal preparation simple; the ingredients you carry should be light and compact. This means cheese fondue packets are an excellent option for cooking outdoors. They can also be comforting, especially in chilly weather!
4. Mac and Chic!
No oven, no problem! The no-bake version of Mac and Chic! is a crowd-pleaser during evenings of winter camping. Simply cook the pasta in a pot, drain and mix in precooked Chic! Fondue. This truly cheesy delight that will warm your heart before a night in the tent.
5. Jazzed-Up Cheese Fondue
A tasty Quebec cheese fondue always hits the spot after an active day outdoors. Plus, this jazzed-up cheese fondue recipe is easy to prep. You can even cook the mushrooms ahead of time if you want to enjoy the fondue outdoors. All you have to do is cook the fondue in a pot, add the mushrooms and serve with a fresh baguette. Comfort and warmth guaranteed!
For Hut Trips
Staying in a peaceful hut is a splendid way to disconnect. An aperitif and a crackling fire after an active day outside is a timeless duo. It’s even better when you can quickly put together some snacks to accompany wine, beer or mocktails.
6. Sweet and Savoury Fondue (Maple Baked Apples)
Who can resist a sweet and savoury fondue? This cheese fondue recipe with apples and maple is simply divine. The combination of the Chic! fondue with cider, apple chunks and maple syrup is a delight for the taste buds. This fondue recipe is wonderful for happy hours spent basking in the woodstove’s warmth. For a perfect pairing, enjoy some cider from Ciderie Michel Jodoin.
7. Eggs Benedict with Fondue
Morning in the hut is always special. The gentle dawn light, beautiful wilderness, and preparation of a hearty breakfast before getting back out into nature are all part of the experience. To garner your energy before facing the cold, eggs Benedict with cheese fondue is a sheer delight.
What makes it so easy to prepare? There’s no need to make a hollandaise sauce. Cheese fondue is a great substitute. On a toasted English muffin in a skillet, combined with a slice of smoked ham, it’ll give you all the energy needed to fully enjoy the day.
