Contemporary Raclette
Contemporary Raclette
This contemporary raclette recipe has evolved to embrace diverse flavors and innovative approaches while maintaining the essence of the traditional Swiss dish. Modern interpretations of Raclette involve experimenting with different types of cheeses beyond the classic Raclette, incorporating artisanal and flavored varieties to enhance the dining experience.
For a more Contemporary Raclette North American experience, the Swissmar raclette can be used to prepare breakfast for the entire family or to host an intimate dinner party. The main attraction at a raclette party is the variety of ingredients and individual dishes that each guest can prepare in his or her raclette dish. Feel free to get creative and make up your own meal as you go!
Contemporary Raclette Recipe
Serves 4 | Prep: 30 min
Ingredients
1½ to 2 pounds raclette cheese
2 pounds boiled small new potatoes (kept warm in bowl or basket)
Meat options: sliced sausage, chicken breast, sliced beef, shrimp, scallops (plan about 8oz/227g of meat per person)
Vegetable options: asparagus, sliced zucchini, sliced portobello mushrooms, sliced peppers
Directions
1. Boil potatoes, drain and set aside in a basket or bowl to keep warm.
2. Slice raw meat and vegetables and place on serving platters.
3. Preheat raclette on high heat with the grill side up. Lay meat and vegetables on the grill top, cook on both sides until meat is cooked through and vegetables are tender-crisp. Adjust temperature accordingly while cooking. If you do not have a raclette, you can check out the amazing selection at Swissmar.com!
4. While meat and veg are cooking, slice raclette cheese (ideal thickness is 1/8”) and lay cheese in raclette dish covering entire dish bottom. Place dish under the grill; melting cheese until bubbling.
5. When cooked, transfer meat and vegetables (along with potatoes) to your plate. Use the scraper to slide melted cheese directly on top of grilled meat, vegetables, and potatoes. Enjoy and repeat!
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