gougÈres aka cheese puffs

How To Make gougÈres aka cheese puffs

• Step 1
  In a bowl, whisk flour and salt together; set aside.
• Step 2
  In a saucepan over medium heat, add shortening and water; bring to a boil.
• Step 3
  When melted, add flour and stir vigorously until it releases from the sides of the pot and forms a ball, about 2 minutes.
• Step 4
  Transfer to the bowl of a stand mixer. Using the paddle attachment, beat the dough on medium-high speed for 1 minute. Let it cool for 3 minutes.
• Step 5
  Preheat oven to 425ºF and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
• Step 6
  On medium speed, add 1 egg at a time and mix well between each addition. Add the egg white and process for 30 seconds.
• Step 7
  Add Dijon, cheese, thyme, rosemary and pepper. Mix until combined, cleaning the sides and the bottom of the bowl.
• Step 8
  Using a portion scoop of about 1 tablespoon, measure the dough out and drop it onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between each.
• Step 9
  At this point, the dough can be refrigerated or frozen otherwise, brush the egg wash on each dough ball.
• Step 10
  Transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 3 minutes.
• Step 11
  Reduce heat to 350ºF and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until puffed and golden - DO NOT OPEN THE OVEN DOOR under any circumstances! If the dough is frozen, leave them in the oven for an extra 8 to 10 minutes.
• Step 12
  Remove from the heat and serve immediately. Makes 36 gougères.
• Step 13
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