Croque Madame Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Make the Béchamel Sauce

   In a small saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute. Gradually add the milk, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.

2. 2

   Assemble the Sandwich

   Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer the ham and cheese. Pour a spoonful of the béchamel sauce over the cheese, then top with the other slice of bread, buttered side up.

3. 3

   Cook the Sandwich

   In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sandwich until golden brown on both sides and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and keep warm.

4. 4

   Fry the Egg

   In the same skillet, add a little more butter if needed and crack the egg into the pan. Fry until the white is set but the yolk is still runny, about 2-3 minutes.

5. 5

   Serve

   Place the fried egg on top of the sandwich and serve immediately. Enjoy your Croque Madame!