Gruyère Cheese Soufflé
Cuisine: French
Categories: Cheese Dishes
Recipe Source: TotallyChefs Recipe Ai
This Gruyère Cheese Soufflé is a classic and elegant dish that combines the richness of Gruyère cheese with the lightness of a soufflé. It's a show-stopping recipe perfect for a special occasion or a fancy dinner party.
Difficulty: MEDIUM
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Serving Size: Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1 1/2 cups grated Gruyère cheese
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a soufflé dish with butter and coat with grated Gruyère cheese.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk constantly for 2 minutes to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Cook for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Remove the sauce from the heat. Whisk in the egg yolks one at a time. Stir in the grated Gruyère cheese.
- In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the cheese mixture.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared soufflé dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the airy and cheesy Gruyère Cheese Soufflé!