Aunt Lynda's Cheese Soufflé 🧀✨

This classic soufflé is a delightful dish that's sure to impress your guests or add a touch of sophistication to any meal. With its rich cheese flavor and fluffy texture, it makes for a fabulous side or a light main course. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven, where it puffs beautifully, creating a deliciously cheesy aroma that fills your kitchen! Ideal for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Pair it with a light salad for an even more enjoyable experience! 🥗

Ingredients

1/4 lb sharp cheese, grated
1 cup milk
1/2 tsp baking powder
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tbsp butter
3 large eggs, separated
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

Make the Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, then stir in the flour to create a smooth roux.

🥄 Stir constantly to avoid any lumps! This forms the base of your soufflé.

Add Milk and Cheese: Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and mix in the beaten egg yolks and grated cheese until melted and well-combined.
Beat the Egg Whites: In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the baking powder and salt, being careful not to deflate the air you've whipped into them.

🌟 Be patient! Folding slowly helps maintain that airy texture crucial for a successful soufflé.

Combine: Gently fold the cheese mixture into the egg whites, ensuring there are no streaks. Pour this mixture into a well-greased baking dish.
Bake: Place the dish in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 30 minutes, or until the soufflé is puffed and golden.

⏰ Avoid opening the oven door during baking, as this can cause your soufflé to collapse!

Tips for the Perfect Soufflé

Cheese Choice: Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese! Gruyère, cheddar, or even a blend can give unique flavors.
Spice it Up: Add herbs or spices beyond cayenne, like rosemary or garlic powder, for an extra flavor kick!
Serving Ideas: Serve immediately for the best puff, but if it deflates a bit, don't worry—it's still delicious!

Variations

Vegetable Soufflé: Stir in cooked spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers to the cheese mixture for a veggie-packed alternative.
Herb Soufflé: Add fresh herbs like chives or parsley for a burst of freshness.
Smoked Cheese Soufflé: Use smoked cheese for a deeper, smokier flavor that’s irresistibly good!

Enjoy your cooking adventure! This soufflé is sure to become a favorite in your repertoire! 🧑‍🍳💖

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Here's the text from the image: --- **Aunt Lynda's Cheese Soufflé** *Serves 4* - 1/4 lb sharp cheese - 1 cup milk - 1/2 tsp baking powder - pinch of cayenne - 1 tbsp flour - 1 tbsp butter - 3 eggs - 1/2 tsp salt **Instructions:** 1. Make sauce of flour and melted butter. 2. Add milk, beaten egg yolks, and then cheese. 3. Beat egg whites stiff, adding the baking powder. 4. Mix everything together and pour into a well greased baking dish. 5. Bake in oven at 375 degrees for 30 minutes. *A fabulous compliment to any meal!* --- Let me know if you need anything else!

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# Aunt Lynda's Cheese Soufflé 🧀✨ This classic soufflé is a delightful dish that's sure to impress your guests or add a touch of sophistication to any meal. With its rich cheese flavor and fluffy texture, it makes for a fabulous side or a light main course. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven, where it puffs beautifully, creating a deliciously cheesy aroma that fills your kitchen! Ideal for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Pair it with a light salad for an even more enjoyable experience! 🥗 ## Ingredients - 1/4 lb sharp cheese, grated - 1 cup milk - 1/2 tsp baking powder - Pinch of cayenne pepper - 1 tbsp all-purpose flour - 1 tbsp butter - 3 large eggs, separated - 1/2 tsp salt ## Instructions 1. **Make the Sauce**: In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, then stir in the flour to create a smooth roux. > 🥄 Stir constantly to avoid any lumps! This forms the base of your soufflé. 2. **Add Milk and Cheese**: Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and mix in the beaten egg yolks and grated cheese until melted and well-combined. 3. **Beat the Egg Whites**: In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the baking powder and salt, being careful not to deflate the air you've whipped into them. > 🌟 Be patient! Folding slowly helps maintain that airy texture crucial for a successful soufflé. 4. **Combine**: Gently fold the cheese mixture into the egg whites, ensuring there are no streaks. Pour this mixture into a well-greased baking dish. 5. **Bake**: Place the dish in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 30 minutes, or until the soufflé is puffed and golden. > ⏰ Avoid opening the oven door during baking, as this can cause your soufflé to collapse! ## Tips for the Perfect Soufflé - **Cheese Choice**: Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese! Gruyère, cheddar, or even a blend can give unique flavors. - **Spice it Up**: Add herbs or spices beyond cayenne, like rosemary or garlic powder, for an extra flavor kick! - **Serving Ideas**: Serve immediately for the best puff, but if it deflates a bit, don't worry—it's still delicious! ## Variations - **Vegetable Soufflé**: Stir in cooked spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers to the cheese mixture for a veggie-packed alternative. - **Herb Soufflé**: Add fresh herbs like chives or parsley for a burst of freshness. - **Smoked Cheese Soufflé**: Use smoked cheese for a deeper, smokier flavor that’s irresistibly good! Enjoy your cooking adventure! This soufflé is sure to become a favorite in your repertoire! 🧑‍🍳💖

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