CROQUE-MONSIEUR

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Offer a plum-tomato salad with the sandwiches. Round out the meal with sliced strawberries drizzled with crème de cassis.

Categories     Sandwich     Broil     Lunch     Ham     Swiss Cheese     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 2 servings; can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
Pinch of ground nutmeg
1 bay leaf
4 slices firm white sandwich bread
4 ounces thinly sliced Black Forest ham
4 ounces sliced Gruyère cheese
1 tablespoon melted butter
1/4 cup grated Gruyère cheese
2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in small saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and stir 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk. Add nutmeg and bay leaf. Increase heat to medium-high and boil until sauce thickens, whisking constantly, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat broiler. Place 2 bread slices on work surface. Top each with half of ham and sliced Gruyère. Top with remaining bread. Heat heavy large skillet over low heat. Brush sandwiches with 1 tablespoon melted butter. Add to skillet and cook until deep golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to small baking sheet. Spoon sauce, then grated cheese over sandwiches. Broil until cheese begins to brown, about 2 minutes.

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This recipe is a must-try for any fan of croque monsieur.


Tafsir Ahmed Sumaiya Akther
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This is my go-to recipe for croque monsieur. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


M. Dnasir Uddin
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect.


Husnain Nasir
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The results are simply stunning.


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I'm not a huge fan of béchamel sauce, but the sauce in this recipe was amazing. It was so smooth and creamy.


omeda don monday
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham and cheese.


Angelo Barends
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I love that this recipe can be customized to my liking. I like to add a fried egg on top for an extra boost of flavor.


Ethan November
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Agnieszka Malich
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I've tried several croque monsieur recipes, but this one is by far the best. The béchamel sauce is to die for.


Mohammad Foisal
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The perfect comfort food. I love that it can be made with simple ingredients that I usually have on hand.


Shafiq Anjum
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Absolutely delicious! I will definitely be making this again and again.


Valerie Stevens
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This was my first time making croque monsieur and it turned out great! The recipe was clear and easy to follow.


michael Johnston
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I've never been a fan of croque monsieur, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and satisfying.


T Higgs
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. I highly recommend it!


Tilak Nepali
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I made this for a party and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Zachary Miller
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My kids loved this recipe! They especially enjoyed the melted cheese.


Hammond Ofori
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The béchamel sauce was so smooth and creamy, and the combination of ham and cheese was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Chad Alberts
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This croque monsieur recipe was divine! I've tried many croque monsieur recipes over the years, but this one takes the cake.