CLASSIC CROQUE MONSIEUR
Think of this classic French bistro sandwich as a ham and cheese sandwich, sent over the top with a Bechamel sauce. Rich, cheesy, and warm, you might just need a knife and fork! I like to make the Bechamel first, and have all the cheese grated, so the assembly goes quickly. Garnish with cornichons, if you like, and serve with a vegetable salad or simple soup.
Provided by Bibi
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine milk and cream in a microwave-safe container and microwave on high power, about 90 seconds. The liquid should be warm to the touch.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and keep stirring until all the flour is coated in butter, and the flour and butter begin to bubble, about 2 minutes. Gradually stir in warmed milk and cream and cook until sauce begins to thicken, stirring constantly. Continue stirring, until the sauce is thick and bubbly, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Set aside.
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat and brown 4 pieces of bread on 1 side, about 4 minutes. Place browned bread on the prepared baking sheet, browned side down.
- Spread each piece of bread with Bechamel sauce, from edge to edge. Place two slices of deli ham on the Bechamel and top with 1/2 cup of grated Gruyere cheese. Place remaining bread slices on top of each sandwich and spread the top with Bechamel, from edge to edge. Sprinkle the top of each sandwich with 2 tablespoons grated Gruyere cheese and 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Turn on the oven's broiler.
- Move baking sheet about 6 inches from the heat source and broil sandwiches until the top is bubbly and brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Watch carefully, to avoid scorching the parchment paper and burning the cheese. Allow the sandwiches to cool slightly, cut in half, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 878.9 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Cholesterol 193.4 mg, Fat 60.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 44.7 g, SaturatedFat 33.9 g, Sodium 1616.1 mg, Sugar 6 g
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Nsa Ani
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great way to use up leftover ham or turkey.
Shiva Pun
[email protected]This is a classic recipe that is always a hit. I love the combination of the béchamel sauce and the melted cheese.
Hashir Baloch
[email protected]I made this for my family last night and they loved it! It's a great way to use up leftover ham or turkey.
Enkhuush Enkhbayar
[email protected]This is a delicious and easy recipe. I love that it can be made with ingredients that I usually have on hand.
monir jisan
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great way to use up leftover ham or turkey.
Babier Ewhatomi
[email protected]This is a classic recipe that is always a hit. I love the combination of the béchamel sauce and the melted cheese.
Georgemcfly
[email protected]I made this for my family last night and they loved it! It's a great way to use up leftover ham or turkey.
James Favour
[email protected]This is a delicious and easy recipe. I love that it can be made with ingredients that I usually have on hand.
Abdullrahman Dawaliby
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great way to use up leftover ham or turkey.
Sylvester Godswill
[email protected]This is a classic recipe that is always a hit. I love the combination of the béchamel sauce and the melted cheese.
Khadiza Khatun
[email protected]I made this for my family last night and they loved it! It's a great way to use up leftover ham or turkey.
Wilmar Gilkoz
[email protected]This is a delicious and easy recipe. I love that it can be made with ingredients that I usually have on hand.
Zuhura Mbaga
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfectly. I love the combination of the béchamel sauce and the melted cheese. It's the perfect comfort food.
Neima Mansaray
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also perfect for using up leftover ham or turkey.
aktayaar ali
[email protected]I made this for my boyfriend last night and he raved about it. He said it was the best croque monsieur he's ever had. I'm so glad I found this recipe!
Stup
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love to serve it with a side of soup or salad.
Elijah Bienaimer
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The key is to use good quality ingredients and to cook the bread until it's golden brown.
Sansar Chy
[email protected]This is a classic recipe for a reason. It's simple to make and always delicious. I love the combination of the creamy béchamel sauce, the melted cheese, and the crispy bread.
Ian Fleischman
[email protected]I made this for my family last night and they loved it! The flavors were perfect and the bread was toasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
md hanjala hasib
[email protected]This is a wonderful recipe! I followed it exactly and my croque monsieur turned out perfectly. The béchamel sauce was smooth and creamy, and the cheese was melted and bubbly. I will definitely be making this again.