Cheese Puffs - Pate' A' Choux

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   Preheat oven to 425 degrees

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   Bring water to a boil with the butter and seasonings and boil slowly until the butter has melted

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   Measure out the flour

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   Remove water from heat and immediately pour all the flour at once.

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   Beat vigorously with a wooden spatula or spoon for several seconds to blend throughly

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   Return to moderately high heat and Beat 1-2 minutes till the mixture leaves the side of the pan and the spoon, forms a mass and begins to film the bottom of the pan

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   Remove pan from heat and make a well in the center of the paste with your spoon. Immediately break an egg into the center of the well.

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   Beat it into the paste for several seconds until it has absorbed.

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   Continue witht he rest of the eggs, beating them in one by one.

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    The third and fourth eggs will be absorbed more slowly

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    Beat for a moment more to be sure all is well blended

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    Beat the cheese into the warm pa'te a' choux.

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    Correct seasoning if needed.

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    Squeeze into circular mounds on a baking sheet.

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    Paint with beaten egg and bake for 10-15 minutes till puffs are golden brown

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    Can be served warm or cold

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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