Croque Monsieur de Luxe

Name: Croque Monsieur de Luxe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Baguette', 'amount': '1, sliced into 8 pieces'}; {'ingredient': 'Gruyère cheese', 'amount': '8 ounces, grated'}; {'ingredient': 'Ham', 'amount': '8 ounces, thinly sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Egg', 'amount': '1, beaten (for egg wash)'}; {'ingredient': 'Unsalted butter', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'All-purpose flour', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Milk', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Nutmeg', 'amount': '1/4 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this gourmet Croque Monsieur de Luxe, a sumptuous twist on the classic French sandwich. With layers of savory ham and richly melting Gruyère cheese, all enveloped in a creamy, nutmeg-infused béchamel sauce, this dish elevates the simple sandwich to a decadent experience. Perfect for brunch or a delightful lunch, this recipe will transport your taste buds to a Parisian café, where every bite is a celebration of culinary elegance.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Baguette (1, sliced into 8 pieces)
Gruyère cheese (8 ounces, grated)
Ham (8 ounces, thinly sliced)
Egg (1, beaten (for egg wash))
Unsalted butter (2 tablespoons)
All-purpose flour (2 tablespoons)
Milk (1 cup)
Nutmeg (1/4 teaspoon)
Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the flour and whisk until well combined and smooth.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
Season the béchamel sauce with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Stir well and remove from heat.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Assemble the sandwiches by spreading a generous layer of béchamel sauce on one side of each baguette slice. Layer the ham and then sprinkle with grated Gruyère cheese. Top with another slice of baguette, béchamel side down, to form a sandwich.
Place the assembled sandwiches on a baking sheet. Brush the top of each sandwich with the beaten egg for a beautiful golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the bread is toasted to perfection.
Serve warm and enjoy the rich flavors of this indulgent sandwich.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 25 minutes • Calories: 490 • Fat: 27g • Carbs: 38g • Protein: 30g • Sodium: 820mg • Sugar: 2g

Croque Monsieur de Luxe

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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