Ingredients
3 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp. unsalted butter
2 c. low-fat sour cream
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
5 large egg yolks
7 large egg whites
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 tbsp. chopped fresh chives
Preparation
Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Step 2Butter a 2-quart souffle dish. Add 1 cup cheese, tilting dish to cover bottom and sides with cheese. Shake out any excess. Set aside in the refrigerator.Step 3Place sour cream in a large mixing bowl. Sift flour into sour cream. Whisk sour cream and flour until well combined. Add egg yolks, one at a time, whisking after each addition. Stir in salt, cayenne, chives, and remaining 2 cups cheese.Step 4Place egg whites in a very clean, large bowl, preferably copper. Whisk vigorously until stiff peaks form. Gently fold egg whites into sour cream mixture.Step 5Pour the batter into the prepared soufflé dish and bake until souffle has risen 2 to 3 inches above the rim and top is golden brown, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Serve immediately. Looking for more dinner options? Check out our pork chop recipes, chicken recipes, and potato recipes.
