Saturday, January 11, 2025

Why Älplermagronen Is One of Switzerland’s Most Popular Dishes | DW Food

Jan 11, 2025 | SCHWEIZ | If you love Mac'n'Cheese you should also try Swiss Älplermagronen! The cheesy pasta dish is popular in mountain restaurants in the Swiss Alps, and is a favorite among winter sports enthusiasts. Of course, it uses Swiss cheese like the famous Gruyère instead of cheddar. But there are other details that make it different from Mac'n'Cheese as you might know it. Fun fact: the Swiss version comes with apple sauce! Want to see how Älplermagronen is made, and find out the story behind it? Come with us to the Alps to learn about one of Switzerland's national dishes!