Raclette is an aromatic cheese with a creamy texture and a rich history dating back to the year 1291. It’s known for its high nutritional value and was first eaten in the Swiss and Savoy (French) Alps. Traditionally, Raclette cheese was warmed close to a fire or on a special heating plate (also called a raclette) and the melting cheese was scraped onto a plate. In fact, the word “raclette” comes from the French “racler”, meaning “scrape”. Over the years, Raclette has evolved into an extremely popular dish for entertaining, either as an appetizer, a topping or even a main course.