Serves 4

• 30g butter
• 230 ml beer
• 225g mature cheddar cheese
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 3 tbsp corn flour
• 1 tbsp mustard

1.  In a large pan, heat the beer, garlic and cheese.
2. Cook gently, until the cheese has melted. Stir in the butter.
3. Blend the corn flour with a little water and add to the pan.
4. Add the mustard and continue cooking until it thickens, stirring constantly.
5. Transfer to a fondue pot or into bowls and serve at the table with chunks of ham and ciabatta bread. (or similar)

 You can replace the beer with cider or wine if you prefer, which will make it slightly sweeter.