Black Pepper, Sweet Basil and Cheddar Gougères

(Adapted from Good Housekeeping's Illustrated Cookbook)

Ingredients:

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup flour
4 eggs

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Freshly-ground black pepper
Dried sweet basil
Paprika


Directions:

1. Heat water, butter, and salt until boiling.
2. Add flour at once.
3. Stir constantly, over heat, until dough comes away from sides. Remove from heat.
4. Add 4 eggs, one at a time, stirring between each until fully incorporated.
5. Mix in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, freshly-ground black pepper, dried sweet basil, and paprika. Stir until combined.
6. Spoon or pipe onto baking sheet. Bake @ 375°F for 50 minutes, or until golden.
   

Best enjoyed fresh from the oven. For any leftovers, simply toast lightly before serving.