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Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
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Set aside.
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In a medium saucepan over medium high heat, bring the butter and water to a boil then lower the heat a bit.
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Add the flour, salt and spices and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the dough comes together into a smooth mass and smells a bit toasty.
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Remove the pan from the heat and stir the mixture occasionally until it is cooled slightly, about 3 minutes.
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Add the eggs one at a time, stirring until each egg is thoroughly mixed into the flour mixture.
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Then add 1 cup of the cheese and stir well to combine.
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Put the dough into a piping bag with a large round tip (or use two spoons), and portion the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets into tablespoon sized mounds about 2 inches apart.
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Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup of cheese and bake the gougeres for 5 minutes then turn the oven down to 375 degrees F and continue to bake until they are golden brown, 20-25 minutes.
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Serve warm.
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Notes:
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These are great snacks that can be prepared in advance.
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Just pipe the gougeres onto lined baking sheets freeze until firm enough to handle, then place them in a zipper bag and freeze.
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Cook as directed above, allowing a few more minutes of cook time.
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You can also bake them in advance, freeze them and warm them in a low oven when your guests arrive.
