Croque-Monsieur
Indulge in the classic French Croque-Monsieur, a delightful sandwich that layers savory ham and gooey Gruyère cheese with a rich béchamel sauce nestled between crispy, toasted bread. Perfect for brunch or a cozy snack, this dish brings the flavors of Paris right to your kitchen. Each bite is a comforting blend of textures and taste that will have you craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices sourdough or white bread
- 4 oz deli ham
- 4 oz Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for spreading)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Whisk in the flour until smooth. Gradually add the milk while whisking continuously until thickened. Stir in nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread. Layer ham and cheese on the unbuttered side of two slices, then drizzle with béchamel sauce before topping with the remaining slices (buttered side out).
- Place sandwiches on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing in half and serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (230g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1060mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, spread Dijon mustard inside the sandwich. - Substitute ham with turkey or roasted vegetables for a vegetarian version. - Use day-old bread for better texture when grilling.