Lime Souffle
- 2 to 3 tablespoons softened butter
- Sugar, for sprinkling ramekins
- 7 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/3 cup sugar plus 2 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup warm milk
- 4 eggs, separated, plus 2 egg whites
- 1 tablespoon grated lime zest
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Kosher salt
- Toasted coconut, for garnish
- Confectioners' sugar, for garnish
- Lime slices, for garnish
- Special equipment: 4 coconuts or 6 (1-cup) ramekins
- For an impressive presentation, use coconut halves instead of ramekins for this recipe.
- To prep the coconuts, first drain the milk by using a corkscrew.
- Once drained, bake the coconuts in a 400 degree F oven for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Use a hammer to crack open coconuts to create halves.
- Create 4 foil rings and place them under the coconut shells for support.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Rub the inside of the ramekins or coconut shells with softened butter.
- Sprinkle granulated sugar into the molds, and twist so the sugar crystals coat the inside of the ramekins or coconut shells.
- Shake out any excess sugar.
- In a saucepan, combine the melted butter, 1/3 cup sugar, the flour and cornstarch.
- Slowly whisk the warm milk into the mixture.
- Bring to a boil, and reduce to low heat, stirring constantly, simmer until thick enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon.
- Slowly whisk the thickened mixture into the egg yolks a little at a time to temper them.
- Cover and allow to cool to room temperature.
- Stir in lime zest and juice.
- In a large bowl, beat the 6 egg whites, remaining 2 tablespoons sugar and a pinch of salt at high speed with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped whites into the cooled egg mixture.
- Divide the souffle batter among the ramekins or coconut shells.
- If using the coconut shells, use your finger to clear the inside of the coconut rims, giving space for the souffle to rise.
- Bake until puffed and lightly browned, about 35 to 40 minutes.
- Top with toasted coconut, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and garnish each a slice of lime.
- Serve immediately.
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Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/lime-souffle-recipe.html (may not work)