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Cheese Soufflé Recipe

Cheese Soufflé Recipe

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Delight your taste buds with this classic Cheese Soufflé recipe. It’s a light and airy dish that’s perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night at home.

Ingredients

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For the Soufflé:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing the ramekins
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 4 large eggs, separated
  • 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese (or sharp cheddar)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare ramekins: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter four 8-ounce ramekins and place on a baking sheet.
  2. Make the sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then gradually whisk in milk. Cook until thickened, then season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  3. Prepare cheese mixture: Whisk egg yolks and slowly incorporate the warm milk mixture. Stir in grated cheese until smooth.
  4. Beat egg whites: In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  5. Combine mixtures: Gently fold beaten egg whites into the cheese mixture.
  6. Bake: Spoon mixture into ramekins, run thumb around edges, and bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  7. Serve: Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, try mixing cheeses like Parmesan or adding a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Do not open the oven while baking to prevent collapsing.

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