Description
A refined recipe for a savory cottage cheese soufflé, perfect for a sophisticated brunch or dinner party.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 1-quart soufflé dish with butter and dust with flour.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, egg yolks, flour, milk, melted butter, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the cottage cheese mixture in three additions.
- Once combined, pour the mixture into the prepared soufflé dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the soufflé is puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately for the best texture.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider incorporating herbs like chives or thyme.
- Experiment with different cheeses such as Gruyère or cheddar.
- Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for better aeration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 soufflé
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: cottage cheese recipes, savory soufflé, brunch recipes