Cheddar Cheese Puffs

Step 1 -Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.

Step 2 -Line two 18x26-inch baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 3 -In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add the butter, the milk, the water, the Dijon mustard, and the cayenne pepper and bring to a boil, stirring frequently.

Step 4 -Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the flour to the butter mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until a ball forms and it dries out slightly, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to scorch or burn it.

Step 5 -Transfer the dough mixture to a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and beat, about 1 minute.

Step 6 -Add the eggs to the dough mixture, 1 at a time, and beat after each addition until they are completely combined.

Step 7 -Add the cheese and the scallions to the dough and stir to combine.

Step 8 -Drop the dough by the tablespoonful, 1 inch apart, onto the prepared baking sheets and bake, about 7 minutes.

Step 9 -Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F. Bake the puffs until they are golden-brown, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 10 -Transfer the baking sheets to a wire rack and immediately use a toothpick to poke each of the puffs once to allow the steam to escape.

Step 11 -Serve immediately.