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Nicki Sizemore is a food stylist, video host, and cooking instructor with over a decade of experience in the food and wine industry. She has produced and hosted videos for Fine Cooking magazine, Eggland’s Best, and the Comté Cheese Association, and has appeared on camera for Handmade TV and in the Now You’re Cookin! series pilot for National Public Television
Comté & Herb Omelet
Comté is an incredible addition to a classic French omelet, which is folded like a letter and tender on the outside with a creamy center
Butternut Squash Gratin with Comté, Roasted Garlic, and Hazelnuts
In this recipe, roasted butternut squash gets combined with melted Comté, crunchy hazelnuts and crispy breadcrumbs for a gorgeous gratin. It pairs particularly well with roasted meats but is also a delicious a vegetarian main course with a salad.
Mini Comté, Potato, and Roasted Pepper Frittatas
Brimming with flavor, these nutritional bites are not only great snacks, but they also make for elegant hors d’oeuvres. Whether served after-school or at your next cocktail party, they’re sure to disappear quickly!
Comté Crackers
These mouthwatering wafers are a cinch to pull together and make for a scrumptious snack or garnish for soups and salads. Best of all, they can be made ahead of time and frozen—perfect anytime you need a nibble!
Comté and Prosciutto Skewers
Aged Comté (14-24 months) has a nutty flavor that pairs terrifically with cured ham like Prosciutto. Make this fast and delicious hors dʼoeuvre for your next party or picnic.
Comté and Ham Sliders with Herbed Mayonnaise and Arugula
These irresistible sliders, inspired by Chef Josef Lageder of the Balboa Bay Club, are always a crowd pleaser. Try them for lunch, or as an appetizer at your next party. Make both variations or try just one— they’re as fun to make as they are to eat!
Comté and Currant Scones
Sweet currants and nutty, aromatic Comté make for an unexpected, addictively delicious combination.
