THE ULTIMATE CROQUE MONSIEUR - BAKED FRENCH BISTRO SANDWICH
This is a superb ham and cheese French bistro sandwich slathered in a delightful Bechamel-Soubise cheese sauce that's spiked with pastis, and baked to golden perfection! For a "Croque Madame" variation, serve with a fried or poached egg on top (the egg resembles a ladies hat). Serve hot, garnished with a thyme sprig and a tart little Cornichon pickle on the side, and a drizzle of my violet mustard recipe #400926. Heavenly! Inspired by the Croque Monsieurs served at the famous Tartine's Bakery & Cafe located in San Francisco, California.
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 4 Croque Monsieur, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 4oo degrees F.
- To Make Bechamel Soubise Sauce --.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and sweat the garlic and onions over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring often.
- Add the flour all at once, whisking with a wooden spoon for 2 minutes. Stir in the hot cream and cook, whisking constantly, for 5 minutes or until sauce is thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the salt. pepper, nutmeg, Pastis, 1/4 cup grated Gruyere, fromage blanc, and the Parmesan; set aside.
- To toast the bread, place the slices on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes, turn and bake for another 3 minutes, until toasted.
- To Assemble the Sandwiches --.
- Brush Dijon mustard evenly on one side of half the toasted bread slices. Add a slice of ham to each, sprinkle with half the remaining Gruyere. Top with another slice of toasted bread. Slather the tops with the cheese sauce, and sprinkle with the remaining Gruyere.
- Bake for 5 minutes at 400 degrees F. Turn on the broiler and broil for 3 to 5 minutes, until cheese topping is nicely caramelized. (You want the outside to be crusty and golden brown, and the inside soft and pudding-like).
- Serve hot, garnished with a thyme sprig and a tart little Cornichon pickle on the side. Variation: For a "Croque Madame", serve with a fried or poached egg on top (the egg resembles a ladies hat).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 853, Fat 38.1, SaturatedFat 21.4, Cholesterol 127.8, Sodium 2747.6, Carbohydrate 81, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 4.8, Protein 46.7
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Wandile Msezane
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.
MIIACHE
[email protected]This croque monsieur is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, gooey, and delicious.
Salman Maqsood
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.
Glen
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for croque monsieur. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Nordia Robinson
[email protected]This croque monsieur was a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I'll try baking it next time instead of frying it.
Abdullah Krish
[email protected]I'm not a fan of Gruyère cheese, so I used cheddar cheese instead. It was still delicious!
Zaman Hridoy
[email protected]I made this croque monsieur for my husband's birthday breakfast and he loved it! He said it was the best croque monsieur he's ever had.
IAmWitch 5683
[email protected]This is the perfect recipe for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. The croque monsieur is always a hit with my family and friends.
Danny frosh
[email protected]This croque monsieur was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less ham next time.
Harjaap Padd
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of béchamel sauce, so I made this croque monsieur without it. It was still delicious! The bread was crispy, the cheese was melted and gooey, and the ham was perfectly cooked.
Kevan Smit
[email protected]This was my first time making a croque monsieur and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Ashley Mims
[email protected]The croque monsieur was good, but not great. The bread was a bit too dry and the cheese wasn't melted all the way through. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Laurie Sherrill
[email protected]This croque monsieur was a bit too rich for my taste. The béchamel sauce was too thick and heavy, and the cheese was a bit too sharp. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Bharti Prakash
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the sandwich always turns out delicious. I always add a fried egg on top for an extra special touch.
Kawsar Juti
[email protected]This is the best croque monsieur recipe I've ever tried. The bread was crispy, the cheese was melted and gooey, and the ham was perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Ashok Bhusal
[email protected]I made this croque monsieur for a brunch party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The combination of flavors was perfect.
Lambli Richard
[email protected]The ultimate croque monsieur! This recipe was easy to follow and the sandwich turned out perfectly. It was cheesy, gooey, and delicious.
Clarence Togbah
[email protected]This croque monsieur was a hit with my family! The béchamel sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the ham and cheese were perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.