Regional specialties

Raclette

Melted raclette cheese served with potatoes and assorted accompaniments.

Say it: rah-KLET (approximate English pronunciation)

Raclette turns melted cheese into the center of a meal, often alongside potatoes, pickles and charcuterie. The tradition is shared across the Alps and has Swiss roots; French versions commonly use cheeses made in Savoie or other regions. Portions and presentation vary, from cheese scraped over a plate to a shared tabletop service.

Names to look for on menus

raclette, raclettes, raclette cheese plate

Explore its regional connections: French Alps

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