Prepare to indulge in a culinary masterpiece that will elevate your taste buds to new heights with our Twice-Baked Goat Cheese & Garlic Soufflé recipe! This exquisite dish is perfect for those special occasions when you want to impress your guests with a combination of creamy goat cheese, roasted garlic, and savory herbs. 🧀🌿
Ingredients:
For the Soufflé:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup milk
- 6 eggs, separated
- 3 ounces goat cheese
- 12 cloves roasted garlic
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup grated Gruyere cheese
For Serving:
- Italian-style tomato sauce
- Fresh parsley
- Halved grape or cherry tomatoes
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously butter 6 1/2 cup ramekins. Place them in a large baking pan.
2. Prepare the Cheese Mixture:
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for about a minute until the mixture is smooth and bubbly.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Add the goat cheese to the mixture and stir until melted. Let it simmer for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Incorporate the Egg Yolks:
- Remove the saucepan from the heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth.
- Gradually whisk 1 cup of the warm goat cheese mixture into the egg yolks to temper them.
- Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cheese mixture, whisking constantly.
4. Strain and Prepare Ramekins:
- Strain the mixture into a bowl and immediately place plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
- Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared ramekins.
5. Bake the Soufflés:
- Peel the roasted garlic cloves, push them through a sieve, and set aside.
- In a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the roasted garlic puree into the goat cheese mixture, then fold in the beaten egg whites until just combined.
- Pour enough boiling water into the baking pan to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake the soufflés until they are firm in the center, about 25 minutes.
6. Prepare the Tomato Sauce:
- While the soufflés are baking, heat the tomato sauce and whipping cream in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Stir in fresh parsley and keep the sauce warm until ready to serve.
7. Final Touches:
- Once the soufflés are baked, allow them to cool in the water bath for 10 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack.
- Preheat the broiler in your oven.
- Place the unmolded soufflés on a baking sheet and sprinkle them with grated Parmesan and Gruyere cheeses.
- Broil the soufflés just until the cheeses have melted and the tops are golden brown. Watch them carefully to avoid burning.
8. Serve and Enjoy:
- Spoon some warm tomato sauce onto serving plates and arrange the soufflés on top.
- Garnish with additional parsley and halved grape or cherry tomatoes for a pop of color and freshness.
This Twice-Baked Goat Cheese & Garlic Soufflé is a labor of love that yields rich, creamy, and flavorful bites with each forkful. Impress your guests or treat yourself to a decadent culinary experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression! 🍽️✨
