The plancha grill is the ideal equipment to transform a simple meal into a true moment of sharing. Among the most comforting recipes to make on a cooking plate, the Mont d’Or fondue holds a special place. Thanks to the gentle and even heat of the plancha grill, the cheese becomes perfectly gooey while retaining all its flavours.
This recipe is perfect for an autumn or winter meal with friends. It also allows you to fully enjoy the different heat zones of a COEO plancha grill by simultaneously cooking the cheese, sausages, and toasted bread.
NECESSARY EQUIPMENT
To successfully make this Mont d'Or recipe on a plancha grill, prepare:
- A COEO plancha grill
- A cooking dome to retain heat
- A spatula or kitchen tongs
- A chopping board
- A paring knife
- An infrared thermometer (optional)
- A pair of heat-resistant gloves
Number of people : 4
Preparation time : 15 minutes
Cooking time : 25 minutes
INGREDIENTS
- 1 Mont d’Or
- 10 cl of dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh chives
- 1 clove of garlic
- 8 Montbéliard sausages
- Country bread or baguette
- Black pepper from the mill
PREPARATION
Preheat your plancha barbecue by creating a medium heat zone and a high heat zone.
Remove the lid from the Mont d’Or and place it under the box to stabilise the cheese during cooking.
Lightly score the top of the cheese with a knife. Pour in the white wine, add the crushed garlic, then sprinkle the fresh chives over the entire surface. Finish with a few turns of the pepper mill.
Place the box on the plate and cover it with a cooking dome to speed up the melting of the cheese.
While the Mont d’Or gently heats, grill the slices of bread on the hottest area of the plate. Then place the sausages on an intermediate area so they cook gradually without burning.
After about twenty to twenty-five minutes, the cheese should be perfectly melted. Serve immediately with the grilled sausages and crispy bread.
COOKING TIPS ON A PLANCHA BARBECUE
To successfully make this recipe on a plancha grill, use the perimeter of the plate for the cheese and the hotter areas for the bread and sausages. This temperature management allows for even cooking without the risk of overheating.
COEO TIP
Accompany your Mont d'Or with steamed potatoes or a selection of artisanal cold cuts for an even more indulgent meal.
WHICH HEAT ZONE TO USE?
The Mont d'Or should be placed on the heat zone soft to medium of the plancha grill. This gradual cooking allows the cheese to melt evenly without burning the spruce box.
The bread can be toasted on a hotter area while the sausages cook at an intermediate temperature.
FAQ : MONT D'OR AU BRASERO PLANCHA
Can you cook a Mont d'Or on a plancha grill?
Yes, the Mont d'Or is perfectly suited for cooking on a plancha grill. The gentle and gradual heat of the plate allows the cheese to melt evenly while developing particularly indulgent aromas. This cooking method brings a friendly dimension ideal for shared meals.
Which heat zone to use to cook a Mont d'Or on the grill?
The Mont d'Or should be placed on a soft to medium heat zone. A temperature that is too high could burn the spruce box before the cheese is completely melted. The peripheral areas of the plate are generally the most suitable.
How long does it take to melt a Mont d'Or on a plancha grill?
The cooking time varies according to the size of the cheese and the temperature of the plate. On average, you should allow between 20 and 25 minutes to achieve a perfectly melting Mont d'Or.
Should a cooking bell be used?
The use of a cooking bell is strongly recommended. It creates an oven effect that speeds up the melting of the cheese and allows for more even cooking. It is one of the most useful accessories for recipes on a plancha brazier.
Which white wine to choose for a Mont d'Or on the brazier?
A dry white wine is ideal for flavouring the cheese without masking its flavours. A Jura, a Chardonnay, or a white wine from Savoie are particularly suited to this recipe.
Can this recipe be prepared without white wine?
Yes, it is possible to replace the white wine with a bit of vegetable broth or simply omit this ingredient. The cheese will still melt perfectly.
What accompaniments to serve with a Mont d'Or on the plancha brazier?
Mont d'Or pairs very well with toasted bread, smoked sausages, steamed potatoes, grilled vegetables, or a selection of cold cuts. Thanks to the large cooking surface of a plancha brazier, all these accompaniments can be prepared simultaneously.
What wood to use for this recipe on the brazier?
For even cooking, prefer a well-dried hardwood such as oak, beech, or hornbeam. These types produce stable and long-lasting embers, ideal for cooking on a plancha brazier.
Can bread and sausages be cooked at the same time as the cheese?
Yes, it is even one of the great advantages of a plancha brazier. While the Mont d'Or melts on a gentle heat zone, the sausages can cook on an intermediate zone and the bread can be grilled on a hotter part of the plate.
Why make this recipe on a plancha brazier rather than in the oven?
Cooking on a plancha brazier provides a more convivial experience and allows for the preparation of the entire meal on a single device. The different heat zones also offer better control over the cooking of side dishes while enjoying the pleasure of cooking around the fire.
