Souffle Au Fromage (Cheese Souffle)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14

Savory Cheese Souffle Au Fromage Recipe for a Comforting Meal

by The Chefin Cheese

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

459

Sugar

Fat

36g

The Souffle Au Fromage (Cheese Souffle) is a classic French recipe that has been delighting palates for centuries. This dish is a savory and fluffy cheese souffle that will amaze you with its delicate and sophisticated taste and texture. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home, this dish will transport you to the streets of Paris and make you feel like an experienced French chef. A cheese souffle is a bit of a challenge, but with the right recipe and some patience, you can achieve a perfect souffle that your family and friends will love.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven at 350°F (175°C) with the rack set at the lower-middle position.
2.	Grease a souffle dish with butter and dust it with 1/4 cup of swiss cheese.
3.	Melt butter over low heat and mix in flour in a saucepan.
4.	Add salt and cayenne pepper.
5.	Gradually pour in milk while whisking frequently.
6.	Simmer and stir for 2 minutes until thickened sauce forms.
7.	Add Swiss cheese and grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
8.	Separate egg whites and egg yolks and add the egg yolks to the cheese mixture.
9.	Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form and fold them into the cheese mixture until just incorporated.
10.	Pour the mixture into the souffle dish and smooth the top surface.
11.	Bake for 35-40 minutes until the top becomes golden brown and the souffle rises.

PROS

This cheese souffle recipe is a perfect comfort food that can be served as a side dish, appetizer, or even as a main course.

It has a fluffy and savory taste with a crispy golden brown exterior that makes it a delicious and impressive dish for any dinner party.

CONS

Souffles can be temperamental and difficult to master.

Make sure to follow the recipe accurately and use room temperature ingredients, especially with the egg whites, to avoid any mishap in creating the souffle rise.

The cheese souffle is a high calorie and fat dish that should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Swiss cheese is a good source of calcium and phosphorus that helps build strong bones and prevent osteoporosis, while the eggs provide high-quality protein and essential vitamins and minerals.
However, this dish is high in calories and fat, and it’s not recommended for people with a high risk of heart disease or high cholesterol levels.

	4 tablespoons butter
	6 tablespoons flour
	1 teaspoon salt
	1 pinch cayenne
	1 1/2 cups milk
	1/2 lb swiss cheese , grated ( reserve 1/4c . )
	6 large eggs , room temperature
	1/2 cup parmesan cheese