French Lentil Soufflé with Star Anise by Chef Michael Smith – Lentils.org

Ingredients

• 6 6-ounce ramekins
• 2 oz (60 g) soft butter
• 2 Tbsp (60 mL) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (250 mL) French green lentils
• 3 cups (750 mL) water
• 1/4 cup (60 mL) granulated sugar
• 1/8 tsp (0.5 mL) salt
• 1 tsp (5 mL) star anise powder (nutmeg or cinnamon also work well)
• 6 large eggs
• 1/4 cup (60 mL) flour
• 2 Tbsp (30 mL) butter
• 2 Tbsp (30 mL) lemon juice
• 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp (5 mL) cream of tartar