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Croque Au Thon
Dive into a taste of French delight with our Croque au Thon. This classic sandwich, originating from the chic avenues of Paris, is a gourmet twist on the typical tuna melt. Layers of rich, flaky canned tuna are mixed with creamy mayonnaise and tangy Dijon mustard. This savory mixture is then nestled between two slices of crisp bread and topped with a generous slice of delectable Gruyère cheese. The masterpiece is then crowned with a velvety, homemade béchamel sauce, adding a luxurious finish to this deliciously indulgent sandwich.
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- Salt
- to taste
- Black pepper
- to taste
- Nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon
- Milk
- 1 cup
- All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons
- Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons
- Gruyere cheese
- 4 slices
- Bread slices
- 4
- Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons
- Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons
- Canned tuna
- 1 can, drained
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the drained canned tuna, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard. Mix until well incorporated.
- Spread the tuna mixture evenly over two bread slices.
- Place a slice of Gruyere cheese on each of the tuna-topped slices.
- Cover each with another slice of bread to form sandwiches.
- For the béchamel sauce, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly until it forms a smooth paste.
- Slowly whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Continue to cook the sauce until it thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Season the béchamel sauce with a pinch of nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Preheat a pan or griddle over medium heat. Grill the sandwiches on both sides until they are golden brown and the cheese has melted.
- Serve the Croque au Thon hot, lavishly topped with the warm béchamel sauce. Enjoy!
Dietary Information
Servings: 2 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 10 minutes • Calories: 550 • Fat: 30g • Carbs: 40g • Protein: 25g • Sodium: 850mg • Sugar: 5g
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