With entertaining season in full swing, everyone is looking for little bites to serve that are easy to eat with one hand, and I can’t think of a better candidate than dainty French gougères. The hors d’oeuvre known to most Americans as cheese puffs is a true crowd pleaser and a huge time saver for busy hosts.
Traditionally kept simple with only Gruyère cheese and a hint of nutmeg, these gougères get the addition of smoky bacon, roasted corn, and extra-sharp Cheddar for an intense combination!
Choux pastry, a French favorite, is usually made for sweet profiteroles but you’ll find it’s equally suited for savoury dishes.
Fold in the bacon, corn, extra-sharp cheddar, chives, and a little bit of Parmigiano-Reggiano for a supercharged pastry dough.
Lined spoonfuls can be kept in the fridge and pop in the oven moments before you need them, letting you great your guests and fill the house with that incredible cheesy smell.
With their crackly shell and cloudlike interior, they’re one of the most perfect food to pop into your mouth in between two sips of alcohol (Champagne is a magnificent pairing).
No one will be able to stop snacking so make sure you have plenty!
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