INGREDIENTS
French baguette (cut into 1-inch slices)
Olive Oil
1/8 tsp
crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup
shredded cheese (cheddar or Italian blend)
2 tbsp
vegetable oil
2 tbsp
unsalted butter
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2
boneless (skinless chicken breasts (or 3 cups cooked chicken))
3
medium carrots (cut into 1/8-inch slices)
1
celery stalk (cut into 1/8-inch slices)
1
small yellow onion (diced)
4 cups
chicken stock
1/4 cup
semi-dry or dry white wine (one you like to drink; optional)
1 tsp
fresh thyme leaves
1/4 tsp
freshly grated nutmeg
3/4
Dijon mustard
1/2 lb
small shell pasta (uncooked)
2 cups
whole milk or half ‘n half
1/2 cup
shredded Gruyére cheese
1 cup
shredded Colby Jack cheese
1/2 cup
shredded Cheddar blend cheese
Garnish: Chopped fresh parsley
Smoked paprika or grated nutmeg (optional)