- butter, for greasing
- 3 free-range egg whites
- 1 free-range egg yolk
- 1 tbsp cornflour
- 55g/2oz cheese, grated
- 55g/2oz frozen peas, defrosted
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Preheat the oven to 220C/425F/Gas 7.
- Grease the inside of one 10cm/4in ovenproof frying pan, or two 7.5cm/3in ramekin dishes with butter.
- Whisk the egg whites in a clean, dry bowl until stiff peaks are formed when the whisk is removed.
- In a separate bowl, mix the egg yolk, cornflour, cheese and peas together and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Fold the egg whites into the egg yolk mixture and carefully spoon into the pan or ramekins.
- Place on a baking tray and bake in the oven for 7-8 minutes, or until well risen and golden.
- Serve immediately.