Spinach Souffle

Directions

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   Preheat the oven to 400F.
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   Position the rack in the center of the oven.
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   Coat a 2-quart souffle dish or 6 individual 8-ounce dishes with cooking spray.
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   Coat with bread crumbs.
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   Tap out excess; set aside.
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   Fill a bowl with ice and water; set aside.
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   Place a steamer basket in a large saucepan; fill with 1 inch water.
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   Bring to a boil, and add the spinach.
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   Cover, and steam until wilted, about 3 minutes.
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    Drain, and plunge into the ice bath to stop the cooking.
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    Let cool, and squeeze out excess water.
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    Place the spinach in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until finely chopped; set aside.
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    You should have about 1 cup.
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    Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
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    Whisk in the flour, and cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes.
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    Gradually whisk in the milk, and bring just to a simmer.
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    Cook, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
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    Stir in salt and pepper.
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    Remove from heat, and set aside.
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    In a large bowl, whisk 2 egg yolks until blended.
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    Whisk in a little white sauce to temper the eggs, then add the remaining sauce, whisking until combined.
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    Add the cooked spinach and grated cheese.
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    Place the 4 egg whites and cream of tartar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment.
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    Beat on low until soft peaks begin to form.
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    Increase speed to high; beat until stiff peaks form and the egg whites are smooth.
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    Using a rubber spatula, transfer one-third of the egg whites to the spinach mixture; gently fold in until blended.
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    Add the spinach mixture to the remaining egg whites; gently fold in until just combined.
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    Pour into the prepared dish or dishes.
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    Place the souffle in the oven; reduce heat to 375F.
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    Bake until puffed and golden, 20 to 30 minutes.
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    Serve immediately.
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    (Per serving)
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    Calories: 149
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    Fat: 7g
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    Cholesterol: 85mg
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    Carbohydrate: 11g
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    Sodium: 488mg
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    Protein: 11g
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    Fiber: 2g