romaine souffle
A different way to have lettuce. I've grilled it, and enjoyed it, so thought I'd try this. Very tasty! I like it as a breakfast item.
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prep time
20 Min
cook time
55 Min
method
Bake
yield
6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 medium head romaine lettuce, coarsely chopped
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1 cup jarlsberg cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
- 2-3 dashes hot sauce
How To Make romaine souffle
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Step 1Preheat oven to 400º. Butter a 1 1/2 quart souffle dish. Sprinkle the bottom of the dish with Parmesan cheese. Set aside.
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Step 2Cook the lettuce in boiling water to cover for 5 minutes or until wilted; drain. Position a knife blade in a food processor bowl; add the lettuce. Process until finely chopped; set aside.
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Step 3Saute green onions in butter in a large saucepan over medium heat until tender. Add the reserved lettuce and flour; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Gradually add milk; cook, stirring constantly until the mixture is thickened and bubbly..
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Step 4Beat the egg yolks with a wire whisk until thick and pale. Gradually stir about 1/4 of the hot mixture into the yolks; add to the remaining hot mixture, stirring constantly. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture is thickened. Add the Jarlsburg cheese, salt, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce, stirring until the cheese melts. Remove from heat, and set aside.
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Step 5Beat the egg whites at high speed of an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the lettuce mixture. Pour into the prepared dish. Place in a 400º oven; reduce the temperature ot 375º, and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until puffed and golden. Serve immediately.
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