Gougeres

1. 1

   Heat the oven to 375u00b0F/190u00b0C.

2. 2

   Put the butter in a heavy saucepan with the water or stock, salt, pepper, and paprika.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil and pull from the heat.

4. 4

   Dump the flour in all at once, and beat until smooth with a wooden spoon. The mixture will pull away from the sides of the pan and form a ball.

5. 5

   Put the pan back on low heat and beat for a minute to dry the paste somewhat.

6. 6

   Remove from the heat and let cool about 3 minutes.

7. 7

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating vigorously with a wooden spoon after each addition. You want a smooth, soft, glossy paste that falls easily from the spoon.

8. 8

   Stir in the cheese.

9. 9

   Using a pastry bag, pipe 1-inch/2.5 cm balls onto a buttered baking sheet, or simply drop the mixture by spoonfuls.

10. 10

    Brush with milk so they will emerge golden and shiny.

11. 11

    Bake for 25-35 minutes until puffed up, nicely browned, and feather light when you pick one up.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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