Low Carb Croque Monsieur
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of a classic French bistro favorite—crafted for low-carb lifestyles! Our Low Carb Croque Monsieur swaps traditional bread for almond flour slices, creating a keto-friendly twist on this elegant sandwich. Layers of smoky ham and gooey Gruyère cheese are nestled between Dijon-mustard-brushed bread, pan-seared to golden perfection, then topped with a rich Parmesan cream sauce infused with nutmeg. To finish, a bubbly, golden cheese crust is baked to decadence. Ready in just 35 minutes, this sophisticated yet approachable recipe is perfect for a chic brunch, satisfying lunch, or cozy dinner. Serve it with a simple green salad for a complete gourmet experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Almond flour bread
- 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 8 slices Sliced ham
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon Nutmeg
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Stir occasionally until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Set the sauce aside.
Butter one side of each almond flour bread slice.
Spread 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard on the unbuttered side of 4 bread slices.
On top of the mustard-covered slices, place 2 slices of ham and then sprinkle 1/4 cup of Gruyère cheese.
Top each sandwich with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has started to melt.
Transfer the sandwiches to the prepared baking sheet.
Spoon the cream sauce over the top of each sandwich, distributing it evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining Gruyère cheese over the top of the sandwiches.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
858 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.9 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.7 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 2378 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.2 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.8 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 523 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 470 mg | 10% | |
*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.
