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Egg Souffle

A light and fluffy French dish that brings elegance to any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: French
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheese such as Gruyère or cheddar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs optional, such as chives or parsley

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Oven-safe ramekins or soufflé dish
  • Oven
  • Cooking spray or butter for greasing

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease your ramekins with butter or cooking spray.
  3. Separate the egg yolks from the whites, placing the whites in a large mixing bowl.
  4. In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they are pale and creamy.
  5. Add milk, cheese, flour, salt, pepper, and paprika to the yolks. Stir until fully combined.
  6. Using a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  7. Gently fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture in stages.
  8. Pour the mixture into the prepared ramekins and bake for 25 minutes or until puffed and golden.

Notes

This souffle can be served immediately and pairs well with a light salad or fresh fruit.