Le Croque Monsieur Revisited
Elevate your sandwich game with "Le Croque Monsieur Revisited," a gourmet twist on the classic French bistro favorite! This recipe pairs golden, lightly toasted artisan bread with rich slices of high-quality ham, all enveloped in a luxurious, homemade Gruyère-infused béchamel sauce. Each sandwich is grilled to perfection with a golden crust and then baked with an irresistible topping of bubbling, golden cheese. Infused with the subtle warmth of nutmeg and a hint of Dijon mustard, this dish is the ultimate comfort food with a refined edge. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a cozy dinner, this recipe can be served as-is or alongside a crisp green salad for a complete meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an indulgent treat that brings a touch of Parisian charm to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1.5 cups Aged Gruyère cheese, grated
- 4 slices Thick slices of artisan bread
- 4 slices High-quality ham slices
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly until the mixture is golden and smooth.
Gradually whisk in the milk until the béchamel sauce is thick and creamy, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in Dijon mustard, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Remove the béchamel sauce from heat and stir in 1 cup of the grated Gruyère cheese until fully melted and smooth. Set the sauce aside.
Lightly toast the artisan bread slices in a toaster or oven until slightly crisp. This step prevents the bread from becoming soggy.
Spread a thin layer of the béchamel sauce onto two slices of bread. Top each slice with two slices of ham.
Spread a small amount of béchamel onto the remaining two slices of bread, then place them on top of the ham slices to form sandwiches, with the sauce side facing down.
Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter with the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Grill each sandwich in the skillet for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing down gently with a spatula, until golden brown.
Transfer the grilled sandwiches onto the prepared baking sheet. Spoon a generous amount of béchamel sauce over the tops of each sandwich and sprinkle with the remaining 0.5 cup of Gruyère cheese.
Bake the sandwiches in the preheated oven for 7-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling with golden spots.
Serve the Croque Monsieur hot, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or a side salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2328 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.3 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.4 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 332 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 5654 mg | 246% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 178.1 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.2 g | ||
| Protein | 109.5 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 2101 mg | 162% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 1176 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
