Cheese souffle (laviolette)

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
cupMilk
½teaspoonSalt
½cupCream of Rice
Grated Parmesian, optional
½cupMild cheddar, shredded
3Eggs, separated
2tablespoonsButter

Directions

Combine milk and salt; scald. Sprinkle in Cream of Rice and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand 4 minutes. Add butter and cheese; stir until melted. Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry. Beat egg yolks until lemon colored.

Gradually blend warm rice mixture into egg yolks. Fold in about ⅓ of beaten egg whites, then remainder. Pour into an unbuttered, 1-½ qt souffle or baking dish, OR, first lightly butter the souffle dish annd dust with Parmmesian cheese. Sprinkle top lightly with Parmesian. Baake in preheated 325 degree oven until puffed and golden brown, about 40 minutes. Serve immediately.

Mrs. William W. LaViolette