Garlic-Cheese Souffle - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 head garlic (cloves separated and peeled)
1 Tbsp. fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
1/3 c. olive oil
2/3 c. water
1 c. milk
1 1/2 c. heavy cream
5 Tbsp. butter
1/3 c. unbleached flour
5 eggs, separated
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. Swiss cheese, grated
1/4 c. Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)

Preparation

Place garlic, thyme, bay leaf, olive oil and water in a small heavy saucepan.
Simmer, uncovered, over low heat for 30 minutes.