Croque Monsieur Recipe

Preparation Instructions

1. 1

   Make the Bechamel Sauce

   In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir until the mixture thickens. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Remove from heat and set aside.

2. 2

   Assemble the Croque Monsieur

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread Dijon mustard on one side of each slice of bread. On half of the slices, layer ham and a generous amount of Gruyere cheese. Top with another slice of bread, mustard side down.

3. 3

   Cook the Sandwiches

   In a skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook until golden brown on one side, about 3-4 minutes. Carefully flip and cook the other side until golden brown.

4. 4

   Add Bechamel and Cheese

   Transfer the sandwiches to a baking sheet. Spoon the bechamel sauce over the top of each sandwich and sprinkle with the remaining Gruyere cheese.

5. 5

   Bake

   Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

6. 6

   Prepare the Side Salad

   In a bowl, combine mixed salad greens with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.

7. 7

   Serve

   Slice the Croque Monsieur sandwiches in half and serve with the side salad.