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When comfort calls, our Harvest Cheese Hotpot answers
The Harvest Cheese Hotpot has a storied history rooted in community and seasonal gatherings. Originating in regions where fresh dairy and produce were cherished, this dish has long represented warmth, sharing, and the art of simplicity. Traditionally crafted with local cheeses, root vegetables, and seasonal herbs, it combines a melting pot of rich flavors and textures.

The love for this dish stems from its versatility and heartiness. It brings comfort to chilly days and bonds loved ones around the table. Besides its taste, it offers several benefits, providing a dose of calcium, protein, and a wealth of nutrients from hearty vegetables. Ideal for any occasion, the Harvest Cheese Hotpot remains a beloved choice for gatherings and a symbol of harvest celebrations.
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Harvest Cheese Hotpot
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: British
Description
Gather around for the ultimate Harvest Cheese Hotpot.
Ingredients
- 350g Bacon
- 15g Butter
- 2 Onions (chopped)
- 500g Carrots (thinly sliced & parboiled)
- 150g Cheese
- 2 tins Plum tomatoes
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the bacon bit into strips
- Melt the butter and gently sautΓ© the onions & bacon, for about 10 minutes.
- Butter an oven-proof dish.
- Layer the mixture of bacon, onions, carrots, and tomatoes as well as the grated cheese finishing with a layer of cheese.
- Bake 190C/375F for 50β60 minutes.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or jacket potatoes.
Freezing instructions
- Layer up the ingredients when they are all cold. Then freeze.
- You can reheat from frozen: Place it into a preheated oven at 200C/395F, with the lid on or covered tightly with tinfoil.
- After 30 minutes remove the lid/foil & bake for another 30 minutes
Equipment

Pyrex Glass Baking Dish for Oven
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Created, Prepared, tried, and tested by Maggie from SA Tasty Recipes β Saffas Daily Recipes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 11.3 g
- Sodium: 1034.7 mg
- Fat: 50.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 20.7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22.3 g
- Fiber: 5.3 g
- Protein: 22.1 g
- Cholesterol: 102.9 mg

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This sounds delicious! Thank you for sharing it with us at The Crazy Little Lovebirds link party #65. We’ll be back this Friday, December 6th. I hope you will join us.
Thank you for dropping in here Steph, See you tomorrow.
Wow, this is such a great holiday recipe, thanks for sharing at #Alittlebitofeverything
Thanks Antionette, happy to share and hope you will try and above all enjoy this hotpot.
It sure sounds tasty!
Rich and cheesy indeed, enjoy it Joanne.
I could live eating only this!
Enjoy Mariama, love cheese in any form.
This is cheesy enough for someone who grew up in Wisconsin, just like me. π
Hope you will enjoy it Sharon. Please let me know when you tried it. Enjoy.