The Impostor’s Xmas Fondue

For the broth

• It is important to have the ingredients on hand before starting the recipe.
• Heat the oil in a large pot and brown the onion and celery over medium-high heat.
• Deglaze the bottom of the pot by adding the red wine. Reduce the liquid by half.
• There’s nothing you can do about this wait period, but you can plan to play this festive tune: Fa la la la la la la la la
• Add the remaining ingredients and simmer for 30 minutes.
• Sift before pouring into the fondue pot.

For the sauce

• In a large saucepan, heat cream with garlic over low heat. Simmer gently and reduce by a quarter. Remember to turn on the stove for the magic to happen!
• Remove from heat.
• Puree garlic in the cream with a blender.
• Add Pecorino Romano and season to taste. Stir with a wooden spoon until smooth. Do not use a candy cane stick to stir!