"Thanks to a puddinglike batter, this stunning carrot-souffle appetizer won't deflate. A supporting cast -- sauteed baby carrots and sugar snap peas with their shoots -- reflects the season's vibrant colors and welcome flavors...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, plus more for ramekins
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1 small shallot, thinly sliced (about 1/4 cup)
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2 pounds medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 4 cups)
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1 bay leaf
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Coarse salt
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1 cup heavy cream, plus more if needed for reheating souffles
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6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 1/2 cups whole milk
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1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
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Freshly ground pepper
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6 large egg yolks
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4 large egg whites
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16 baby carrots, peeled and trimmed
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32 sugar snap peas, trimmed, strings removed, plus pea shoots for garnish