Gougères géantes - La cuisine est un jeu d'enfants

gruyère cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: emmental cheese

Emmental cheese is often less expensive and still provides a good flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Margarine can be a cheaper alternative while maintaining moisture.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

In a saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt; bring to a boil.

Add all-purpose flour to the boiling mixture and stir vigorously until it forms a ball.

Cook the dough on low heat for 1-2 minutes to dry it out slightly.

Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.

Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing until fully combined after each addition.

Stir in gruyère cheese, black pepper, and nutmeg until well combined.

Scoop the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, forming large mounds.

Brush the tops with egg yolk for a golden finish.

Sprinkle with parmesan cheese before baking.

Bake for 25-30 minutes until puffed and golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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