Hot Orange Souffles

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400F (200C).

2. 2

   Place a baking sheet in the oven to preheat.

3. 3

   Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

4. 4

   Brush six 7oz (200ml) ramekins with some of the butter.

5. 5

   Dust the insides of the ramekins with sugar, making sure there are no gaps.

6. 6

   Whisk the flour into the remaining butter and let bubble over medium heat without browning for about 1 minute.

7. 7

   Whisk in the milk and bring to a boil, whisking constantly.

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   Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes.

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   Whisk in the orange zest and juice and all but 1 tsp of the sugar.

10. 10

    Remove from the heat and beat in the egg yolks one at a time.

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    Whisk the whites to soft peaks, then beat in the remaining sugar.

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    Stir a dollop of the whites into the saucepan, then fold in the remainder.

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    Divide among the ramekins.

14. 14

    Using a knife, make a shallow circle around the ramekins about 1/4 in (6mm) in from the edge.

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    Place on the hot baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, or until the souffles have risen but look slightly unset in the center.

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    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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