Croque Monsieur Recipe

Inspired by Cure

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the béchamel sauce
In a saucepan, melt 25 grams of butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden. Gradually whisk in milk, ensuring no lumps form. Add salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
2
Assemble the sandwiches
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Butter one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side, spread a layer of béchamel sauce, place a slice of ham, and a generous amount of Gruyère cheese. Top with another slice of bread, buttered side up.
3
Cook the sandwiches
In a skillet, cook the sandwiches over medium heat until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes each side. Transfer to a baking sheet.
4
Bake
Sprinkle remaining Gruyère cheese on top of the sandwiches and bake in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
5
Serve
Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, slice in half, and serve hot.