Croque Monsieur Recipe
Ham, Gruyère, Dijon, Mornay, Baby Lettuces
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
For Mornay Sauce
Method
Prepare Mornay Sauce
- 1
- 2
Add Milk
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue to cook for about 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 3
Incorporate Cheese and Seasonings
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the Gruyère cheese. Add nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to taste. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
Assemble Croque Monsieur
- 4
Prepare the Bread
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Lay out 4 slices of bread on a clean surface and spread Dijon mustard on each slice.
- 5
Layer Ham and Cheese
On top of the mustard, place a slice of ham followed by a generous amount of Gruyère cheese. Top with another slice of bread to form a sandwich.
- 6
Add Mornay Sauce
Place the assembled sandwiches on a baking sheet. Pour the prepared Mornay sauce generously over each sandwich, ensuring they are well covered.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and bubbling.
- 8
Serve with Baby Lettuces
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm alongside a handful of baby lettuces.
