TOP HAT CHEESE SOUFFLE

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Want a fluffy soufflé that towers like a top hat? We'll share the technique to achieve it! (Pssst: You'll need a spoon.)

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 1h40m

Yield Makes 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup butter or margarine
1/3 cup flour
1/2 tsp. salt
NULL dash ground red pepper (cayenne)
1-1/2 cups milk
2 cups shredded CRACKER BARREL Sharp Cheddar Cheese
6 eggs, separated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°F. Melt butter in medium saucepan on medium-low heat. Stir in flour and seasonings. Gradually add milk, stirring until well blended. Cook until thickened, stirring constantly. Add cheese; cook until melted, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Beat egg yolks lightly. Gradually add to cheese mixture, stirring until well blended. Cool slightly.
  • Beat egg whites in small bowl with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Add to cheese mixture; stir gently until well blended. Pour into 2-quart souffle dish or casserole dish. With tip of spoon, make slight indentation or "track" around top of souffle 1 inch from edge to form "top hat."
  • Bake 1 hour and 15 min. or until center is set and top is lightly browned. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 280 mg, Sodium 610 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 17 g

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