Delicious Mac & Cheese Recipe

Submitted by missabby1978

Makes 4 servings

A tasty, cold weather delight.

Ingredients

8	oz dry pasta
1	tbsp butter
2	tbsp whole wheat flour
1 1/2	tbsp olive oil
1 1/2	cup skim milk
2	cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
1	cup shredded swiss cheese
1/2	cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2	cup bread crumbs
2	tsp thyme
1	Salt and Pepper to taste

Directions

Preheat oven to 400.
Cook pasta al dente (7-9 min)
Melt butter and 1 tbsp of the oil until sizzling. Whisk in the flour.
Slowly whisk in half of the milk, whisk until smooth. Add the rest and bring to a slow, smooth boil.
Remove from heat and whisk in the cheddar and Swiss (Emmental is very nice) until smooth. Stir in salt, pepper and thyme to taste.
Pour mixture into a prepared 8x8 square or a deep pie plate, and sprinkle with Parmesan and bread crumbs. Pour the remaining 0.5 tbsp over the top for browning.
Bake for 18-20 minutes.