Description
Croque Monsieur is a decadent French sandwich that features layers of savory ham and melted Gruyère cheese, all encased in golden, crispy bread. This comforting dish is perfect for brunch, lunch, or a late-night snack. With its rich béchamel sauce and irresistible crunch, each bite transports you to a cozy Parisian café. Impress family and friends with this easy yet gourmet recipe that promises to elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 4 oz Gruyère cheese, grated
- 2 oz thinly sliced ham (black forest or prosciutto)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for grilling)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Pinch of nutmeg
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the béchamel: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add 2 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth. Gradually pour in 1 cup of milk while stirring until thickened. Season with nutmeg and salt.
- Assemble the sandwich: Spread béchamel on one side of each slice of bread. Layer ham and Gruyère cheese on one slice, then top with the other slice.
- Grill: Heat a skillet over medium heat with 1 tablespoon of butter. Grill the sandwich for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Transfer the grilled sandwich to a baking sheet, top with additional Gruyère, and bake for 5-7 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg