Savory Sweet-Potato Souffles

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   Preheat oven to 375u00b0. Butter four 3/4-cup ramekins; set aside.

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   In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat.

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   Add onion, garlic, and thyme; season with salt and pepper.

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   Cook, stirring often, until onion is softened, about 8 minutes.

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   Stir in flour; cook, stirring, 3 minutes.

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   Gradually whisk in milk; simmer, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 2 minutes.

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   Remove from heat, and stir in 1/2 cup cheese and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

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   Whisk in sweet-potato puree, then egg yolks, one at a time.

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   In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.

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    Whisk 1/4 of whites into cheese mixture.

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    Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the rest.

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    Place ramekins on a rimmed baking sheet.

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    Pour mixture into ramekins; sprinkle with remaining cheese.

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    Bake until puffed and golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.

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    You can also make this as one large souffle. Bake in a 1 quart dish for 25 to 30 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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