A Symphony of Flavors: Culinary Delights from the 2023 Houston Symphony Wine Dinner

Number of servings: 16

Ingredients:

• Butter and flour for coating ramekins
• 4 ounces butter
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups milk
• 1 cup grated parmesan
• 1 cup crumbled goat cheese
• 12 eggs, separated
• Salt and black pepper
• 3 cups heavy cream

Instructions:

1. Butter and flour 4oz ramekins.
2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour, cook about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Slowly whisk in milk; cook about 10 minutes or until thick, whisking frequently.
3. Transfer to the bowl of an electric mixer. With the whisk attachment on low speed, mix in the cheese. Cool slightly, and add egg yolks, one at a time on high speed. Season with salt and pepper. Cool completely.
4. Whisk egg whites to soft peaks and fold into cheese mixture.
5. Fill ramekins to the top with completed mixture. Bake in a water bath at 300 degrees for 40 minutes or until lightly browned on top.
6. Cool; unmold onto buttered parchment paper, browned side up.
7. Enjoy and refrigerate leftovers.

Instructions for Reheating:

1. For each serving, place 2 tablespoons cream and one souffle, browned side up, in a small sauté pan.
2. Bring cream to a boil; place pan in a 375-degree oven for 8 minutes, or until souffle has absorbed most of the cream.
3. Transfer soufflé to a plate.

And while you enjoy the fruits of your labor, treat yourself to a refreshing glass of wine from the official wine list served at the 2023 Wine Dinner. This impressive selection of vintages was thoughtfully curated to complement the chef's creations and elevate the guests’ dining experience. All the wines listed below are available at your local Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods, so you can easily pick up a bottle to enjoy with your goat cheese and parmesan soufflé or any dinner you cook up!