Cheddar Puffs

Directions

1. 1
   Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
2. 2
   Add garlic and shallots and saute for 1 minute.
3. 3
   Add Dijon and stir to combine.
4. 4
   Reduce heat to low.
5. 5
   Add cream cheese and stir until melted.
6. 6
   Add grated cheddar and stir until melted.
7. 7
   Turn off heat.
8. 8
   Add salt and pepper to taste.
9. 9
   Fold in egg whites.
10. 10
    Dunk bread cubes in cheese, coating thoroughly.
11. 11
    Place on a nonstick baking mat or sheet of waxed paper and freeze for 20 minutes, uncovered.
12. 12
    Remove frozen chunks from tray and place into a Ziploc bag.
13. 13
    Store in the freezer.
14. 14
    When ready to bake, preheat oven to 375 degrees.
15. 15
    Place frozen cheese puffs on a baking sheet with a nonstick baking mat or parchment paper, and bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
16. 16
    Serve immediately or at room temperature.