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Croque Madame

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This Croque Madame is a perfect blend of flavors with crispy bread, savory ham, and a rich béchamel sauce topped with a fried egg, ideal for brunch.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 slices of bread
  • 4 tablespoons butter (softened)
  • 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 8 thin slices of ham
  • 3 cups shredded Gruyère cheese (divided)
  • 4 large eggs
  • Salt and pepper (for eggs)
  • Minced parsley (for garnish)
  • 4 tablespoons butter (for béchamel)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • Nutmeg (to taste)
  • Salt (to taste)

Instructions

  • Melt 4 tablespoons of butter and whisk in flour.
  • Gradually add milk, whisking until smooth and thickened.
  • Preheat oven to low broil; butter one side of each bread slice.
  • Spread Dijon mustard on four slices and add béchamel, ham, and Gruyère.
  • Top with remaining bread slices and grill in a skillet until golden.
  • Broil with extra béchamel and Gruyère until bubbly.
  • Fry eggs in a separate skillet until whites are set and yolks are runny.
  • Serve sandwiches topped with a fried egg and garnish with parsley.

Notes

Ensure bread is well-buttered for optimal crispiness.
Take your time grilling to melt the cheese thoroughly.
Experiment with different cheeses for a unique flavor.

  • Author: jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Brunch
  • Method: Grilling and Broiling
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 4
  • Sodium: 1200
  • Fat: 36
  • Saturated Fat: 18
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 24
  • Cholesterol: 240