Ingredients

INGREDIENTS

7 slices bacon , minced

4 medium cloves garlic , minced

2 large eggs , plus 1 large egg white

6 tablespoons water

3 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut into 6 pieces

2 tablespoons whole milk

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unbleached all-purpose flour (2 1/2 ounces), sifted

3 ounces Gruyère, Emmentaler, or Swiss cheese , shredded (about 1 cup)

Pinch cayenne pepper

1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme leaves

Preparation

See Cooks Illustrated. Instructions too long to fit here.