Maman's Cheese Souffle

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   Preheat the oven to 400F.

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   Butter a 6-cup gratin dish and set it aside.

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   Melt the 3/4 stick of butter in a saucepan, then add the flour and mix it in well with a whisk.

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   Cook for 10 seconds, add the cold milk in one stroke and mix it in with a whisk.

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   Keep stirring with the whisk until the mixture thickens and comes to a strong boil, about 2 minutes.

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   It should be thick and smooth.

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   Remove from the heat, and stir in the salt and pepper.

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   Break the eggs into a bowl and beat well with a fork.

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   After about 10 minutes the white sauce should be cool enough to proceed.

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    Add the eggs, cheese and the chives to the sauce, and mix well to combine.

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    Pour into the buttered gratin dish and cook immediately, or set-aside until ready to cook.

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    If setting aside for a few hours, the souffle can remain outside at room temperature.

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    If assembling a day ahead, refrigerate and bring back to room temperature before baking.

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    Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until puffy and well browned on top.

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    Although it will stay inflated for quite awhile, it is best served immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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