Cheese Souffle With Scallions and Chives

• unsalted butter↗1⁄4 cup
• all-purpose flour↗1⁄4 cup
• milk↗1 cup
• salt↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• chili pepper flakes↗1 pinch
• sharp cheddar cheese↗8 ounces

  grated

• large egg yolks↗4
• large egg whites↗4

  stiffly beaten

• scallion↗1⁄4 cup

  sliced

• chives1 -2 tablespoon

  minced

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Melt butter: blend in flour and seasonings.

2. 2

   Add milk all at once, and cook over medium heat, stirring till mixture thickens and bubbles. Remove from heat; add cheese; stirring till cheese is melted.

3. 3

   Beat egg yolks till very thick and lemon colored. Slowly add cheese mixture, scallions and chives stirring constantly: cool slightly. Gradually pour over beaten egg whites, folding together thoroughly.

4. 4

   Pour into a GREASED 1 1/2 quart souffle dish or casserole.

5. 5

   Bake in slow oven, 300° for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or till a knife comes out clean. Serve IMMEDIATELY.