if you want a savory fondue for main dish, use a blend of veggie oil or canola oil, and peanut oil. Peanut oil has a higher temperature tolerance so it won’t smoke at higher temps. If you have a ceramic fondue pot, put the oil in a metal pan and bring it to almost a low boil on the stovetop first, then carefully transfer to your fondue stand. If your fondue pot is metal you can use it right on the stovetop. You can use cubes of steak, chicken and shrimp in the oil. Make some dipping sauces like a bearnaise for the beef, serve with a salad and some french bread and a good wine. Dessert fondue can be chocolate chips melted with some half and half or cream and a quick splash of vanilla. Serve with dippers like strawberries, pineapple chunks, mandarin orange slices, marshmallows or pound cake cubes. Happy dipping!