Chocolate Souffles

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   Heat oven to 400.

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   Butter and sugar six 6-ounce souffl?

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   ramekins.

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   Place on a rimmed baking sheet; set aside.

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   In a double boiler over medium heat, melt the chocolate until smooth.

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   Remove from the heat and keep warm.

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   In a medium heavy-bottom saucepan combine milk and cornstarch.

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   Stir well with a wooden spoon to combine.

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   Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring continuously, until thick.

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    Remove milk mixture from the heat and stir in warm melted chocolate.

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    Let cool slightly.

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    Add lightly beaten egg yolks and stir until well combined.

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    In the bowl of a heavy-duty mixer, whip egg whites on medium speed until foamy.

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    Slowly add sugar and increase speed to high.

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    Whip until shiny and stiff peaks form, about 3 minutes.

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    Using a whisk, lighten the chocolate mixture with about 1/3 of the beaten egg whites.

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    Stir until well-combined.

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    Using a large rubber spatula, fold in remaining egg whites until just incorporated.

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    Spoon mixture into prepared souffle ramekins; the mixture should come up to the top of the ramekin.

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    Transfer filled souffle ramekins on rimmed baking sheet to oven.

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    Bake until risen, 12 to 15 minutes.

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    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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