04
Apr
posted in: Recipes

Now that you’ve mastered the Cheese Souffle, you have a world of possibilities ahead of you.
One of my favorite is the Crab Souffle. Follow the same basic steps, but substitute the cheese with about half a pound of flaked, shredded or grounded cooked crab meat.

6-8 ounces of crab meat (check for bits of shell [...]

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Many people would never think they can manage to make a perfect souffle. In fact, if you follow a few simple steps, and keep a few important details in mind, it is quite easy.
Now, the only thing that could get you in trouble now is altitude! It is going to take a lot [...]

03
Apr
posted in: Recipes

1 egg yolk (at room temperature)
2 tablespoon dijon mustard
1/2 a cup to 1 cup of vegetable oil
salt and pepper to taste
juice of half a lemon

Preparation: 10 minutes.
Ready in 40 minutes.
The most important step is to make sure that you take the egg out of the refrigerator about an hour before you make the mayonnaise. [...]

03
Apr
posted in: Recipes

A bechamel is the base for many white sauces and recipes. For example, lasagna recipes may include bechamel. This is also the starting point for soufles.

4 tablespoons of butter (1/4 cup)
4 tablespoons of flour
a pinch of salt
2 cups of whole milk

Step 1: make the roux
Melt the butter in a sauce pan. Mix [...]