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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
4 slices bread, crust removed |
3/4 cup milk |
1/4 cup butter or margarine |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
pinch of red pepper |
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese |
3 eggs, separated |
Directions:
1. Combine bread slices and milk in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat until bubbles appear around edge of pan. Stir in butter, salt, pepper, and cheese; cook mixture over low heat, stirring constantly, until butter and cheese melt.
2. Beat egg yolks in a medium mixing bowl until thick and lemon colored. Gradually stir one-fourth of hot cheese sauce into yolks; add to remaining cheese sauce, stirring constantly. Cook 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Let cool.
3. Beat egg whites (at room temperature) until stiff but not dry. Gently fold into cheese mixture. Spoon into a lightly greased 1- quart soufflé dish or casserole. Place in a pan of hot water; bake at 375° for 45 minutes or until browned and puffed. Serve immediately.
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