Delectable Savory Herb and Cheese Puffs

Ingredients

- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Dough:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of water. Stir until the butter is melted and the mixture begins to boil.

3. Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, and 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary.

4. Combine Wet and Dry:
- Add the flour mixture to the saucepan all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and separates from the sides of the pan. This should take about 4 minutes.

5. Incorporate Eggs:
- Remove the pan from heat. Allow the dough to cool for about 5 minutes. Add 4 large eggs, one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the mixture is smooth and glossy.

6. Add Cheese:
- Fold in 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley.

7. Shape the Puffs:
- Use a spoon or a piping bag to drop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

8. Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

9. Cool and Serve:
- Remove the puffs from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Total Time

PT50M
50 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

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Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 860 calories (approximately 215 calories per serving)

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