Ingredients for Fresh Herb Souffle
- 2 cups milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Grey Poupon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh rosemary
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh marjoram (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill (optional)
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How to Make Fresh Herb Souffle
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 2-quart soufflé dish and optionally, create a collar around the top edge with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the 2 cups of milk over medium heat until warm (do not boil).
- In a separate saucepan, melt the 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in the 1/4 cup of flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the warm milk, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth and thickens (about 3-5 minutes). Remove from heat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the 6 egg yolks.
- Temper the egg yolks by slowly whisking in a small amount of the hot milk sauce. Then, whisk in the remaining milk sauce until fully incorporated.
- Stir in the 1/2 cup of cheese, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup of chopped fresh herbs, 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
- In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat the 6 egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Gently fold about one-third of the beaten egg whites into the cheese sauce to lighten it.
- Gently fold in the remaining egg whites in two additions, being careful not to deflate the egg whites.
- Pour the soufflé batter into the prepared soufflé dish.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the soufflé is puffed and golden brown.
- Insert a knife into the center; if it comes out clean, it's done. If not, bake for a few more minutes.
- Serve immediately!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
205 g
Sugar
19g
Fat
565g
Carbs
21g
