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Baked Fontina with Rosemary, Garlic, and Chili Flakes

This recipe is great with Danish fontina, which comes in a red rind and is much more affordable than imported Italian fontina. In Ina Garten's version, she uses the broiler, which helps get the top super browned. If you have a good broiler, feel free to use these directions instead. I have some trouble with my broiler, so usually go the oven route. Also, even though my version is pictured in a deep ramekin, this recipe is SO much better in a small cast iron skillet, or at least a casserole dish that's very shallow so you can get maximum browning. I made it this way the first time, and it was all the more delicious.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fontina cubed
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 4 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
  • Arrange the cheese cubes in an even layer in a small oven-proof 6-inch casserole dish, ramekin, or cast iron skillet.
  • Sprinkle the rosemary, garlic, salt, and chili flakes over the top. Drizzle the olive oil over the other ingredients.
  • Bake in the oven until bubbling and slightly browned around the edges, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Serve alongside toasted baguette, foccacia, or crackers.