This unconventional popovers recipe stars nutmeg and black pepper, making it the perfect savory dinner roll (or salty snack).

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon finely grated nutmeg
• 3 large eggs
• 2 1/2 cups whole milk
• 5 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, divided

Preparation

1. Whisk flour, parsley, salt, pepper, and nutmeg in a medium bowl.
2. Whisk eggs and milk in a large bowl until well blended.
3. Gently whisk in flour mixture, followed by 3 Tablespoons butter (do not overmix).
4. Preheat oven to 425°. Grease 12 standard muffin cups with remaining 2 Tablespoons butter.
5. Pour batter into prepared muffin tins, filling cups three-quarters full and dividing equally.
6. Bake popovers until puffed, golden brown, and crispy around edges, 30-35 minutes.
7. Using a thin knife or an offset spatula, remove popovers from pan.
8. Serve immediately.

Do Ahead

• Batter can be made 1 day ahead.
• Cover and chill.