Croque Monsieur: A French Classic with a Cheesy Twist

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Recipes:

Croque Monsieur: A French Classic with a Cheesy Twist

Ingredients:

For the Sandwich:

4 slices of thick-cut bread

4 slices of ham

1 cup grated Gruyère or Swiss cheese

2 tbsp butter

2 tbsp Dijon mustard

For the Béchamel Sauce:

1 tbsp butter

1 tbsp all-purpose flour

3/4 cup milk

Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

For Garnish:

Fresh parsley, chopped

Microgreens (optional)

Directions:

Prepare the Béchamel Sauce:

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to make a roux.
Gradually add milk, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Remove from heat and set aside.

Assemble the Sandwich:

Spread Dijon mustard on one side of each bread slice. Layer two slices of bread with ham and half of the grated cheese. Top with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.

Cook the Sandwich:

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Toast each sandwich until golden brown on both sides. Transfer to a baking sheet.

Add the Topping:

Spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce over the top of each sandwich. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.

Broil:

Preheat your oven’s broiler. Place the sandwiches under the broiler for 2–3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Garnish and Serve:

Garnish with fresh parsley and microgreens, if desired. Serve warm.

Serving Suggestion: Pair this rich and cheesy Croque Monsieur with a crisp side salad or a bowl of soup for a comforting meal.

Enjoy this indulgent, French-inspired delight!