Ingredients
– 1 cup fresh spinach, washed and chopped
– 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
– 1 cup whole milk
– 3 large eggs, separated
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 cup grated cheese (e.g., Gruyère or Parmesan)
– A pinch of nutmeg
– Optional: fresh herbs for garnish (such as parsley or chives)
Instructions
Creating an amazing Spinach Soufflé is easier than you might think if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). This temperature helps achieve that perfect puff.
2. Sauté Spinach: In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped spinach and sauté until wilted. Set aside to cool.
3. Make the Roux: In a saucepan, melt the remaining butter (2 tablespoons) over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour, cooking for about 1-2 minutes until it becomes a light golden color.
4. Add Milk: Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
5. Combine Ingredients: Remove from heat and stir in the sautéed spinach, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Add the grated cheese and stir until melted and combined.
6. Separate Eggs: In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks until pale and creamy. Slowly incorporate the spinach mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly.
7. Beat Egg Whites: In another clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold one-third of the egg whites into the spinach mixture to lighten it.
8. Final Fold: Carefully fold in the remaining egg whites in two additions, being cautious not to deflate the mixture.
9. Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a soufflé dish or individual ramekins. Pour the soufflé mixture into the prepared dish, filling it about three-quarters full.
10. Bake: Place the soufflé in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes. The soufflé is done when it’s puffed and golden brown on top.
11. Serve Immediately: When done, remove from the oven and serve right away to enjoy its airy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 12g