Description
A simple recipe for a classic cheese soufflé that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of nutmeg
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter and flour a 1.5-quart soufflé dish.
- In a saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Whisk in the egg yolks one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Stir in the shredded Gruyère cheese until melted and smooth.
- In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold one-third of the egg whites into the cheese mixture to lighten it. Then, carefully fold in the remaining egg whites until just combined, being careful not to deflate them.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared soufflé dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the soufflé is puffed and golden brown. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For best results, ensure your eggs are at room temperature.
- Do not open the oven door during the first 25 minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of soufflé
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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