Despite the array of dirty dishes and pots in my kitchen after whipping up this soufflé, it was totally worth the dishpan hands due to its absolute deliciousness! Bill ate two helpings and picky Nick thought it was wonderful, too. A béchamel sauce was made, seasoned with salt, white pepper and some grated nutmeg…along with my own addition of a nice pinch of cayenne. Egg yolks were stirred in after putting the sauce through a sieve to remove any flour lumps, followed by the addition of a half pound of grated cheese…I used the requisite Gruyère plus some sharp cheddar. Finally, whipped egg whites were folded in, and the mixture was poured into a buttered soufflé dish dusted with bread crumbs.
My soufflé rose like a dream…but my foil tent during the last 15 minutes of baking time didn’t stay put, so my top over browned a wee bit. But that cheesy crust was what I coveted….so magnificent and a wonderful contrast to the tender center. Unfortunately, I was unable to find this recipe online to share, but it is available in Dorie Greenspan’s Around My French Table.
And, by the way, today is the 2 year anniversary of my blog! Thanks to each and every one of you for reading, commenting, and/or sharing my posts. It’s your continued support that keeps me going….I treasure you all.
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WHOA! I mean…whoa…staying quiet. This is perfect! Hardly seen one so lovely and perfectly browned. Happy anniversary!
What a perfect looking souffle, Lizzy! Just perfect. It sounds really delicious too… I wish I could sample it! Yum!
oh wow, from your description and the pic too seems to be so delicious!i have to make it!
This souffle looks absolutely perfect and sooo good! Beautiful job!
I have never seen anything so beautifully made this is perfection at its finest!
absolutely georgeous lizzy
I was thinking in post cheese souffle. but in next ttime maybe. love this Lizxy.xxx
Congratulations on your second anniversary Lizzy…:-) The soufflé is looking perfect…I like slightly charred stuff…so all the better for me…adds flavour I feel…
First, congratulations on your two years!!! I have enjoyed visiting you. This cheese souffle is beautiful. Would not be much left if I was at your table. Susan
Congratulations on your two year blogging anniversary! This souffle looks great – really cheesy and light.
what a lovely souffle so puffed!
Congrats of the 2 years anniversary Lizzy and you have come up with so many amazing recipes all this time though I have only been in connection I think maybe like 8 months ago.
Yeh to the rising of the soufflé but I have never made this before. However why not to new recipes for it does so good and love that crispy brownies top of the soufflé.
Congratulations on your second anniversary Lizzy! These soufflé looks amazing & perfectly done! I love your blog full with amazing recipes. Looking forward for more great recipes from your blog! Have a lovely day, Lizzy!
Nicely executed & happy blogoversary
Congratulations, Liz–two years! Brava for your success.
xoxo
Oh my that looks amazing! I have yet to try making a Souffle!
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Congrats on 2 years! I am a newbie blogger and am so happy to have found you
Happy Anniversary, Lizzy! May u have many more blogging years to come & I’m glad we’ve connected. I’ve always enjoyed dropping by……
Mess in kitchen? I adore cooking but I hate cleaning up & washing the dishes. Lol! But with a great recipe like u just said, it’s all worth the while.
I’ve just made 3 dishes using a miracle pan that I’ve bought. Yipee!
The soufflé looks fantastic ! Love its lofty height ! hahaha Happy 2nd Blogsary , Lizzy !!!!! Looking forward for more yummy posts ! ;D
Happy two year anniversary!
When I was younger, my first cookbook was a kid’s souffle cookbook. I remember running around the house frantically and screaming at anyone who so much as made a noise that they would make my souffle fall!
Of course, my souffles never looked this yummy! Delicious Liz!
Congratulations on your 2nd anniversary! I’m so happy I found your blog, its been so fun following all of your recipes
And this soufflé looks absolutely amazing, all light and fluffy! Yumm!
I should call you, Lizzy the baker!
Wow! Congratulations for completing two years of blogging. I will stick with you for many other anniversaries to come.
The souffle looks perfectly risen with a crusty top.
That looks absolutely perfect! And I’m so glad everyone loved it. : ) Happy blogoversary!
Happy 2nd anniversary! Your gorgeous photos make me a fan of your blog.
Your souffle sounds delicious – cheesy crust and tender center!
Happy Anniversary!
I have not ventured into the world of souffles, but this looks beautiful and it is so inspiring. I want to make one now. : )
Note to self–why haven’t I bought this cook book? To do list–buy it!
Looks delicious.
Happy Annivesary! And wow, that first picture is mighty impressive!
Liz-
As always, I’m in awe. That souffle is perfect.
Happy 2nd Anniversary on your blog!
xo
Gorgeous! I love how high your souffle rose. And I’m glad it was worth it to you with all the hoop jumping. I thought so as well. I so love that the skinny chick can bake!
Happy Anniversary! Perfect souffle…and love your browned top. And good idea to add the extra flavors…in my humble opinion, this dish needs a little more flavor. And it is so nice when the family enjoys our cooking.
Happy Anniversary – beautiful souffle!
Your soufflé sounds like a better choice than a sweet layered cake to celebrate this special day! Happy anniversary and congratulations for the impressive work you are doing!
Your soufflé looks perfect and makes me almost brave enough to try making it (I have always been afraid it would fall instantly: I am amazed yours even survived the photos!).
Lizzy~ You have done it again my friend! This looks amazing!
it has grown perfectly!
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Congratulation Liz on reaching the two year mark and what a wonderful looking souffle to celebrate with!!
Keep on rockin and thank you for all your support of my site.
Have a great weekend!
Well Done!
Congrats on the anniversary, Liz. I am coveting your souffle. It has long been on my list to make and I want to try the savory, not the sweet. It’s not the typical souffle fear but just that separating eggs is my least favorite kitchen task so I always end up putting it off and making something else. Oh, well, it’ll happen one of these days soon because I really, really want one
This is such a gorgeous souffle! You are so skilled! I want to reach through the computer and try some
Happy anniversary to your blog Lizzy! This souffle is the best way to celebrate it! It rose enormously!
What a stunning souffle!
Happy Blog Anniversary!
Angie
Happy 2-year anniversary, Lizzy. So happy to have “met” you via the internet.
Your souffle looks really good and sounds even better from your description and everyone wolfing it down in short order. lol
Have a nice weekend.
Cayenne! What a great idea! Definitely trying that next time.
Happy 2 year anniversary!!! This souffle looks fabulous! It’s on my list of things to try to make… for some reason I’m scared to just make one lol. Yours looks perfect.
That looks like a perfect souffle!
Happy blogiversary, Lizzy! More power to you! Wishing you more years in the blogosphere!
mouthwatering. that cheesy crust does it.
wow, this is so mouthwateringly beautiful! happy two year anniversary of your amazing blog!
Congratulations on your two years!!!!
Goes by fast, doesn’t it?
Okay;-)… your cheese souffle looks amazingly delicious, I’ve been dragging my feet on making this recipe but the FFWD cheese souffle posts today are just fantastic;-)
I have NEVER made a souffle. Which is crazy b/c yours looks amazing!!
Happy Blogiversary and a gorgeous souffle to celebrate!
Simply gorgeous souffle!! So nice that everyone enjoyed it! Two helpings…Wow! My foil tent didn’t stay put either! Have a nice weekend Lizzy!
Happy Blogiversary! What a gorgeous souffle, makes me want to buy the book! I thought the top browned perfectly, it looks incredibly tasty!
Fabulous. Lizzy! My New Orleans husband would love the addition of Cayenne!
Have a wonderful weekend!
A bechamel sauce, I think I made that by accident once trying to make a hollandaise one? Turns out all that you’re doing differently is using a different herb I think.
Man it’s been a while since I’ve done any proper cooking…
Happy anniversary!! Only two years?? I thought you were totally old hat at blogging, you’re amazing! This souffle sounds incredible…I’ve done chocolate souffles but always been intimidated by the cheese ones!
Congrats on 2 years Liz!! I absolutely love your blog, keep it coming!
I’ve only made sweet souffles before, this sounds incredible with all of that cheesy goodness!! What a great recipe, looks like a fluffy cheese filled bowlof heaven!
First of all Happy 2nd blogerversary,will continue to read and check it out your blog,and Thanks for sharing all the recipe here, like this gorgeus looking cheese souffle’…looks so YummY !!
Ridwan
Happy Blog Birthday! I’ve only been following for a quarter of your blog’s life, but it’s been great fun so far. Love the souffle – I have yet to attempt one and I’m excited to try…
Souffle is one of my favorites, airy, light, fluffy and yummy. This looks delicious!!!
Yay!!! Happy 2nd Anniversary Lizzy!! I will always remember your anniversary because today is my hubby’s b-day too.
Okay.. confession time… I have never made or eaten a souffle (don’t shun me). This looks so rich and decadent. I think I have been missing something special. I’m looking this recipe up in Dorie’s book so I can see if it’s within my capability to do it. Have a great weekend my friend!! ~ Ramona
oh my goodness! are you serious? a cheese souffle? my mouth is watering just by looking at the pictures! oh yum…. also, will you pay for a new laptop, if i drool too much over mine and damage it? just joking!
it looks delish!
Amanda
Happy 2nd bloggyversary, Lizzy!
I can only ogle at this souffle. My wonky oven won’t allow me this indulgence. Sigh.
Oh wow, this looks good Lizzy!! I adore souffles and was thinking of making one… I think I’ve found which one I wanna make now
Happy Blog-i-versary also!!
Congratulations on your 2nd anniversary! Love the description of your souffle.
my husband just leaned over my shoulder and said i needed to add more “stuff” to my pictures–like yours! anne
Happy second blogiversary, Liz! What a way to celebrate it with that GORGEOUS cheese souffle. It is not only textbook perfect, but it sounds delicious! I wish I could grab it from my screen this very minute *sigh*
And how do you manage to make all the souffles to looks so delicious..
not just them but actually everything
Congrats on 2 wonderful years of blogging!! Your cheese souffle looks amazing. Its just beautiful!
Happy anniversary! And what better way to celebrate than with a dish which is a hit with the whole family! Nice to hear that everyone enjoyed this one, we like it too.
WOW WOW WOW! Look at the puff! And happy 2nd blogiversary! You are a so pro, I wouldn’t think you’ve been doing for just 2 years! Have a great weekend!
Happy second blogiversary! You are right – it is the cheesy cebtre of the souffle that matters.
oh wow – this souffle looks amazing! I have never attempted to make one. Looks very delicious
Happy Blog-iversary! What a great way to celebrate with a yummy cheesy souffle
Happy Blogiversary, Lizzy…You’ve come a long way in two years…more successful than ever!
Your souffle is GORGEOUS, so puffed up and a rich golden brown color.
Souffles are either “hit” or “miss” and you have gotten it to perfection, my friend.
xoxo
Hi Lizzy, I’m back again, just to let you know I finally got to the end of your previous post, but I thought it would best to comment on it on your recent post, as well.
Love you little potato and cheese tartlets, I would take one for myself.
With St. Patrick’s Day upon us…are you sure you’re not harboring little leprechauns to help you with all your baking and cooking?…just a thought! LOL
I am so behind with commenting, finally “throwing in the towel” and went to doctor for my terrible cough and throat infection, taking antibiotic. Lora, and little Luca has the same problem…she had to cancel her Orlando blog conference, after all the tickets were purchase and arrangements were made:((
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Lizzy, your souffle rose so magnificently! Happy 2nd blogoversary too! You’ve worked so hard on this blog and everything that you cook and bake looks to die for. I didn’t manage to do the souffle this week but I’ll try to catch up sometime because this looks very tempting
Hi Liz!
Happy 2nd anniversary! to 100 years more blogging and recipe sharing! =D
I am a souffle freak, but I havent been able to enjoy a souffle in ages. Right now I wished to have some of yours, that would make my day.
I need to master a souffle, Love the cheese! Your’s looks so beautiful! That’s how I like it: a little brown. Mmm, perfect! Happy aniversary (or blogiversary?)!
Happy Second Anniversary Lizzy! That souffée looks marvellous and creamy. I made one recently too, and they are totally worth the effort. Tomorrow I am going to try a variation on a béchamel sauce, I’ll blog about it next week.
Happy Blog Birthday, Lizzy! This souffle looks so good…for some reason, they still intimidate me
! But…it’s on my foodie bucket list..
Beautiful color on top, so perfect. Happy 2 years.
Tricia and I have certainly had fun with FFWD, meeting
so many lovely bloggers.
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Dear Lizzy, This looks fabulous. I never attempted making something like this. You really are talented.
Thank you for your visits. I am sorry that I have been behind in my visits.
Your kind comments and visits are something I look forward too.
Blessings my dear friend, Catherine xo
Your souffle looks delicious and so puffed! This is one dish I have yet to bake for fear of failure and also it required too much work!
A very Happy blog Anniversary Liz…..
Your blog is truly an inspiration, I love it!!!!
This Souffle looks so pretty, I am thinking of making it for dinner party tonite…
Scared!!! Yet Excited!!
Happy Anniversary! What a gorgeous souffle to celebrate with.
Best, Sandie
Happy Anniversary! What a gorgeous souffle to celebrate with.
Best, Sandie
Happy Blog Anniversary, wishing many more wonderful years! And as for your souffle…beautiful! I love a bit of a crispy top as well
Hope you are having a great weekend!
YAY!!! Happy Blog Anniversary!!!! I love enjoying your blog, here is to many more years:-) Your souffle turned out amazing by the way!! Hugs, Terra
Happy Blogiversary sweetie..2 year of hard work!!! Your souffle look incredible! I could go for one right now! Have a beautiful weekend my friend!
this looking hot delicious………loved the presentation….can feel the taste as well…hmmmm..yumyumm…congrats dear.
Maha
what a delicious treat….loved it absolutely!
You know how to celebrate in style! Happy 2 years! I would make sure the tent foil fell off so I could have some of the delicious browned crust… It’s a beauty!
Happy Happy Blogiversary my friend – it has been a gorgeous 2 yrs of cooking for you (Believe me I have been through your blog
)
And this magnificent souffle is definitely the best celebration ever – looks awesome!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Congratulations on 2 years of cooking, baking, and telling us about it. I can tell you are having a good time doing it. In fact, I just went to your Pinterest sight and hit “follow”. My soufflé got a bit too brown also, but I loved the taste of that. Not a mistake, I decided. Nice Post. Mary Hirsch
http://www.lightsonbrightnobrakes.com/
The souffle looks fantastic. Never made one before. Great post and thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a comment.
happy blog anniversary!!
I am a cook from way back…but have never attempted a soufflé….so thank you for this inspiration!!
Your souffle looks light, fluffy, and delicious
Happy 2nd Blog Anniversary!!
Happy Blogiversary!
Just looking at your souffle is making me hungry. Time to wander toward the kitchen…
Happy 2nd blogaversary Lizzie! Cheers to many, many more
The souffle looks incredible.
A very Happy 2nd Blogoversary, Lizzie and here’s to many, many more.
Meanwhile, another triumph – your soufflé looks light as a cloud.
This souffle looks really good!! Happy anniversary!!!
Happy Anniversary! What an accomplishment
Your souffle looks amazing and I actually like that it browned a bit on top. Add some yummy crunch texture!
This looks like a fantastic souffle! All the cheese sounds divine. A great way to celebrate your blog anniversary too!
There is nothing more than a food blog needed to make 2 years go by fast, right? Congrats my friend. And such a lovely dish with which to celebrate. Yum!
What a truly amazing way to showcase your talent after 2 years of blogging! Really a stunning souffle. Also, you are spot on with the toasty crust, even thought it was not intended!
Happy blogoversary sweet friend!
Happy 2 years, Lizzy! How exciting!
This souffle is perfect! I still have yet to master souffle. They intimidate me!
Having SUCH a souffle obsession at the moment, yours looks amazing!
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This soufflé looks so amazing!!! I love the browned top – that’s totally the best part. I really need to cook from that cookbook more often! And happy blog birthday!!! Yay! Truly, something to celebrate.
Mmm, this looks so light and delicious! I’m still a bit scared to make souffle, but I think I’ll have to give it a go. Congrats on the two years, Lizzy, you really are an inspiration!
this looks amazing!
yummy looking soufflé
Liz,
I am sorry I am getting back to you late but….
OMG!!!! This souffle came out perfect… Like a one from dream.
It really had the most perfect rise..
Thank you…. My souffle jinx is broke FINALLY, Thanks to you my dear.
Happy Blogiversary, Lizzy! Your souffle looks perfect, and it’s wonderful that the whole family enjoyed it. I made a slightly smaller one, but the two of us polished it off at one meal. Yum!
I think it looks perfect, even if it’s slightly overbrown on top. You did well!
I’ve only just stumbled on to your blog and my god I am in love with your recipes!! So many I wanna try asap
Following you!
That souffle looks incredible! And happy belated blog-o-versary!
Happy Anniversary. You have a wonderful blog. Happy to follow your blog.
Do visit my new blog
http://www.foodydelight.com/
that souffle looks so puffed and yummy!!
Happy Blogaversary! Your souffle looks lovely! I am looking forward to making this soon.
I love the idea of adding cayenne. Your cheesy crust looks absolutely delicious!
Congrats on two years! That’s awesome
I just looked up Around my French Table on Amazon and they have it for sale – and it’s an awwwwesome price. This stunning cheese soufle may have been the deciding factor in how badly I needed that book. I even love that he foil tent didn’t stay in place and it got a little extra golden. Looks perfect to me.
Oh my gosh, this souffle looks PERFECT! I want to dig right in!