Garlic and Cheese Popovers Recipe

Name: Garlic and Cheese Popovers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature; 2 tablespoons anchovy paste; 1 tablespoon chopped chives; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, optional; Vegetable oil cooking spray; 6 large eggs, at room temperature; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups whole milk, at room temperature; 1 1/4 cups (3 ounces) finely grated Asiago cheese; 1/4 cup (1-ounce) shredded sharp Provolone cheese; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 tablespoons anchovy paste
1 tablespoon chopped chives
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, optional
Vegetable oil cooking spray
6 large eggs, at room temperature
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups whole milk, at room temperature
1 1/4 cups (3 ounces) finely grated Asiago cheese
1/4 cup (1-ounce) shredded sharp Provolone cheese
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

1
Butter: In a small bowl, mix together the butter, anchovy paste, chives, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
2
Season with salt and pepper (if using), to taste.
3
Popovers: Put an oven rack in the center of the oven.
4
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a 12-count muffin or popover pan with vegetable oil cooking spray.
5
Set aside.
6
In a blender, add the eggs and garlic.
7
Blend on medium speed until frothy, about 15 seconds.
8
Add the milk and the cheeses and blend until smooth.
9
Add the flour, salt, pepper and parsley.
10
Blend on medium speed until incorporated.
11
Pour the batter into the muffin cups, filling each cup to within 1/4-inch of the top.
12
Bake, without opening the oven door, until puffed and golden, about 30 to 35 minutes.
13
Remove the popovers from the oven and serve with the anchovy butter.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature, 2 tablespoons anchovy paste, 1 tablespoon chopped chives, 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Garlic and Cheese Popovers falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Garlic and Cheese Popovers

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