Twice-baked goat cheese soufflés with salad are a delightful and elegant dish that is perfect for special occasions or dinner parties. With a creamy and flavorful goat cheese filling, delicately baked in a crispy pastry shell, and served alongside a fresh and crisp salad, this recipe combines textures and flavors that will impress your guests. Whether you are an experienced chef or a home cook looking to try something new, this article will provide you with the necessary guidance and tips to create a memorable meal that will leave your taste buds delighted.
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TWICE-BAKED GOAT'S CHEESE SOUFFLéS WITH APPLE & WALNUT SALAD
These fabulous soufflés are not as nervewracking to cook and serve as traditional ones, and can be prepared ahead
Provided by James Martin
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Starter
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan and use about 1 tbsp to grease 6 x 200ml soufflé dishes. Place the remaining butter back on the heat, then scatter over the flour and mix well. Cook for 5 mins, stirring constantly, then gradually whisk in the warm milk, a little at a time, until you have a thick, smooth mixture. Stir in the Parmesan, mustard and thyme, then set aside to cool slightly. Beat in the egg yolks, fold through the goat's cheese, season with salt and pepper, then transfer to a large bowl.
- In a clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until they just start to stiffen and hold peaks. Use a metal spoon to fold them into the cheesy mixture, in 3 additions.
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Spoon the mix into the soufflé dishes, then sit them in a roasting tin. Pour boiling water into the tin to reach halfway up the sides of the dishes. Bake the soufflés for 20-25 mins until they are risen and coloured. Remove the dishes and set aside for 10 mins. Run a knife around the edges, then turn out onto an ovenproof tray. The soufflés can now be kept covered in the fridge overnight or frozen for up to a month. Defrost fully before reheating as below. To make the Parmesan glaze, whisk the cream, Parmesan and egg yolk until combined.
- About 15 mins before you are ready to eat, heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Drizzle the tops of the soufflés with the glaze. Bake for 10 mins, then finally flash under the grill until the tops are golden.
- Make the salad. Toss the salad leaves, apple, chives and walnuts. Mix the red wine vinegar and olive oil together, season, then dress the salad. To serve, place the soufflés in the centre of the plates and scatter salad around each.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 572 calories, Fat 46 grams fat, SaturatedFat 21 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 22 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 19 grams protein, Sodium 0.97 milligram of sodium
TWICE-BAKED GOAT CHEESE SOUFFLES WITH SALAD
Categories Milk/Cream Mixer Cheese Egg Mustard Bake Vegetarian Goat Cheese Winter Ramekin Gourmet
Yield Serves 6 as a light main course
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F and butter six 3/4-cup ramekins (3 3/4 by 2 inches). Crumble goat cheese and separate eggs. In a saucepan melt butter over moderately low heat and whisk in flour. Cook roux, whisking, 3 minutes and whisk in milk. Bring mixture to a boil, whisking constantly, and simmer, whisking occasionally, 3 minutes. Remove pan from heat and add yolks, mustard, 1 teaspoon thyme, two thirds cheese, and salt and pepper to taste, whisking until cheese is melted. Transfer yolk mixture to a large bowl.
- In another large bowl with an electric mixer beat whites with a pinch salt until they just hold stiff peaks. Stir one fourth whites into yolk mixture to lighten and fold in remaining whites and remaining cheese gently but thoroughly.
- Divide soufflé mixture among ramekins and arrange in a large baking pan just large enough to hold them. Add enough hot water to baking pan to reach halfway up sides of ramekins. Bake soufflés in middle of oven until slightly puffed and golden brown, about 20 minutes, and transfer to a rack. Let soufflés stand, uncovered, 30 minutes (soufflés will fall slightly).
- Lightly butter a baking sheet. Run a thin knife around edges of soufflés. Invert each soufflé onto palm of your hand and carefully put, right side up, onto baking sheet. Soufflés may be made up to this point 2 days ahead and chilled, covered.
- Increase temperature to 425°F.
- In a small saucepan bring cream with remaining teaspoon thyme and salt and pepper to taste to a boil. Remove pan from heat and keep cream warm, covered. Bake soufflés in middle of oven until slightly puffed and heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer soufflés to plates. Spoon 2 tablespoons cream over each soufflé and arrange salad decoratively alongside.
TWICE-BAKED GOAT CHEESE SOUFFLES
Categories Cheese Dairy Egg Appetizer Brunch Bake Lunch Goat Cheese Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine milk, onion, cloves and nutmeg in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to boil. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand 30 minutes. Strain.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter eight 1 1/4-cup soufflé dishes. Melt 6 tablespoons butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and dry mustard and whisk 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in strained milk. Boil until mixture is very thick and smooth, whisking constantly, about 2 minutes. Transfer soufflé base to large bowl. Gradually add 1 1/2 cups cheese, whisking until melted and smooth. Add yolks, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper; whisk until smooth. Cool to lukewarm.
- Beat egg whites and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in another large bowl until stiff but not dry. Gently fold beaten whites into cheese mixture in 3 additions.
- Divide batter equally among prepared soufflé dishes. Arrange dishes in heavy 17x12-inch roasting pan. Pour enough hot water into pan to come halfway up sides of dishes. Bake until soufflés are puffed and just firm to touch on top, about 20 minutes. Transfer pan to rack and completely cool soufflés in water. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Butter heavy large baking sheet. Using small knife, cut around sides of soufflés to loosen. Invert each soufflé onto spatula and slide soufflés onto prepared sheet, spacing evenly. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese. Bake until soufflés are puffed, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring cream to boil in heavy small saucepan. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.
- Using spatula, transfer soufflés to plates. Spoon seasoned cream around soufflés and serve hot.
TWICE-BAKED GOAT CHEESE SOUFFLE
Top recipe of 2000 in the San Francisco Chronicle, from Zax Tavern in Berkeley, California. Serve it alone or surrounded by lightly dressed greens such as arugula. It also shines with baby spinach dressed with an apple cider vinaigrette, apples, celery and fennel.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Cheese
Time 57m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Position the rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 425°. Butter eight 5-ounce ramekins, making sure to coat them well. Coat each ramekin with breadcrumbs then turn them over and tap out the excess. Reserve any remaining breadcrumbs.
- Melt the 3 tablespoons butter in a stainless-steel skillet over medium-high heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 20 seconds, whisking constantly. Whisk in the milk and cook for about 1 minute, whisking constantly, until the mixture has thickened to the consistency of a thin, pourable pudding.
- Crumble 8 ounces of the cheese into a large mixing bowl. Pour the hot milk mixture over the goat cheese and mix well. Add the egg yolks and mix again. Season with salt and pepper.
- Using an electric mixer with clean, dry beaters, beat the egg whites in a large bowl until stiff peaks form. Fold half of the whites into the cheese mixture to lighten it. Then gently fold in the remaining whites.
- Divide half of the souffle mixture among the prepared ramekins. Crumble the remaining 2 ounces of goat cheese and divide among the ramekins, then top with the remaining half of the souffle mixture, dividing it equally among the ramekins. Sprinkle the remaining breadcrumbs over the top.
- Place the ramekins in a large baking pan and pour in boiling water to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake for about 25 minutes, or until the souffles are golden. Remove from the oven and let stand, still in their water bath, for 15 minutes.
- Using a towel to hold the ramekins, run a knife around the inside rim to loosen. Turn out the souffles onto a baking sheet. The souffles may be held at room temperature for up to 6 hours before the final baking.
- When ready to serve, bake the souffles in a 425° oven for 5-7 minutes, or until deep golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.8, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 94.3, Sodium 335.7, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.4, Protein 13.9
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients you use, the better your soufflés will be. Look for fresh goat cheese, eggs, and herbs.
- Don't overbeat the egg whites: Overbeaten egg whites will make your soufflés tough. Beat them until they are stiff but still glossy.
- Bake the soufflés in a hot oven: This will help them rise quickly and evenly.
- Serve the soufflés immediately: They will start to fall as soon as they come out of the oven, so enjoy them right away.
Conclusion:
Twice-baked goat cheese soufflés are a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for a special occasion. They are relatively easy to make, but they do require some care and attention. By following the tips above, you can ensure that your soufflés turn out perfectly every time.
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