Sage And Cheese Bake Recipe

Summary

CuisineMethod
VegetarianMain Ingredient

Ingredients

 Butter1 Teaspoon
 16 fl. oz. milk
 Cheddar Cheese8 Ounce, finely grated
 White breadcrumbs6 Ounce
 Dried sage2 Teaspoon
 Onion1/2 Small, finely chopped
 Salt1/2 Teaspoon
 Black pepper1/4 Teaspoon
 Eggs4 , separated

Directions

Preheat the oven to moderate 350°F (Gas Mark 4, 180°C).
Using the butter, grease a medium sized ovenproof dish.
Pour the milk into a small saucepan set over moderate heat.
Scald the milk.
Remove the pan from the heat and set the milk aside to cool to lukewarm.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cheese, breadcrumbs, sage, onion, salt, pepper and egg yolks.
Gradually stir in the milk.
Set the breadcrumb mixture aside for 30 minutes to soak.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with a wire whisk or rotary beater until they form stiff peaks.
Using a large metal spoon, carefully fold the egg whites into the cheese mixture.
Spoon the mixture into the prepared dish.
Place the dish in the oven and bake for 50 to 55 minutes or until the top is golden brown and firmly set.
Remove the dish from the oven and serve the bake at once, straight from the dish.
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