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Savory Croque Monsieur

Heavenly Savory Croque Monsieur for Cozy Brunch Delight

This Savory Croque Monsieur blends gooey cheese and savory ham, perfect for brunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 4 slices crusty white or whole grain bread gluten-free options work well
  • 4 slices high-quality deli ham smoked or honey-glazed varieties optional
  • 1 cup grated gruyère cheese substitute with Emmental or Swiss if desired
For the Béchamel Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour use gluten-free blend if needed
  • 1 cup whole milk 2% can be substituted
  • 1 pinch nutmeg adds warmth
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard for tangy kick, adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (thyme or parsley) for extra flavor

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Béchamel Sauce Preparation
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat in a medium saucepan. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to create a roux. Gradually stir in 1 cup of whole milk, whisking until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Add a pinch of nutmeg and season with salt and pepper before setting aside.
  2. Take two slices of crusty bread, spread Dijon mustard on one side if desired, then layer with ham and gruyère cheese. Pour béchamel sauce over the sandwich.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat with a tablespoon of butter. Add the sandwich and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and the cheese is melty.
  4. Preheat broiler. Transfer the sandwich to a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes until the béchamel is bubbly and golden.
  5. Slice the sandwich diagonally and serve hot, preferably with a green salad or tomato soup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Storage: Keep leftovers wrapped for up to 2 days. Freeze uncooked sandwiches for 1 month. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warm.

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