Asparagus Swiss Souffle

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Treat your guests to this elegant souffle containing asparagus and swiss cheese. from the 365 favorite brand name casseroles and one-dish meals cookbook.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 325f spray a 1-1 / 2 quart souffle dish with nonstick cooking spray.

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In a large saucepan , melt the butter over medium heat , add the onion and saute for 5 minutes or until soft.

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Stir in the flour , salt and pepper and cook for 2 minutes or until bubbly.

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Add the milk and cook , stirring constantly , for 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens.

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Add the cheese and stir until melted.

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In a small bowl , whisk the egg substitute.

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Whisk in a little of the hot cheese sauce , then return this egg mixture to the saucepan and whisk until well blended.

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Remove from the heat and fold in the drained asparagus.

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In a medium-sized bowl , using an electric mixer set on high , beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

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Fold the hot cheese sauce into the whites , then spoon into the souffle dish.

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Place the souffle on a baking sheet and bake for 50 mintues or until golden brown and puffy.

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Ingredients

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unsalted butter, yellow onion, all-purpose flour, salt, cayenne pepper, milk, low-fat swiss cheese, egg substitute, fresh asparagus, egg whites