Jacques Pépin's Maman's Cheese Soufflé | Genius Recipes

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Butter a large baking dish (like a cast-iron skillet) generously.

Measure out 6 tablespoons of butter and melt it in a saucepan.

Add an equal amount of flour to the melted butter to create a roux.

Cook the roux until it is lightly golden, about 1 minute.

Gradually add liquid (not specified) to the roux, stirring until it thickens and comes to a boil.

Season the mixture with salt and a fair amount of black pepper.

Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool slightly.

Crack eggs on a flat surface and separate the yolks from the whites, adding the yolks to the cooled mixture.

Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the cheese mixture in three additions, being careful not to deflate the mixture.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top.

Bake for 35-40 minutes until puffed and golden brown.

Serve immediately or allow to cool; it can be enjoyed warm or cold.

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