Savory Croque Monsieur Recipe: Your New Comfort Food Hero

Indulge in this Savory Croque Monsieur recipe, a delightful French ham and cheese sandwich perfect for a quick meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 2 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: French

Calories: 550

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sandwich

2 slices sourdough bread or gluten-free bread
4 slices ham can swap for sautéed mushrooms or roasted veggies
1 cup gruyère cheese or Emmental/Swiss cheese

For the Béchamel Sauce

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
1 cup milk full-fat milk recommended
1 pinch nutmeg optional but recommended
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard optional

Equipment

medium saucepan
Skillet
Whisk
Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. Gradually add milk while whisking until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in nutmeg and Dijon mustard off heat.
Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Layer ham and gruyère cheese on the unbuttered side of one slice, then pour béchamel on top. Place the other slice on top, buttered side up.
Cook the sandwich in a preheated skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip gently and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes. Broil for 1-2 minutes if desired.
Remove from skillet, let rest for a minute, then cut in half and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, select sturdy bread and avoid rushing the cooking process for a perfect golden finish.

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