Golden Croque Monsieur

If you’re craving real French flavor, this golden croque monsieur recipe delivers it without unnecessary fuss. Here’s everything you need to make it right at home.

Croque Monsieur is a French take on the ham and cheese sandwich, dipped in bechamel sauce, topped with more cheese, and baked until golden and bubbling.

Ready in about 25 minutes from start to finish, this beginner-friendly recipe makes 4 servings and comes together with 9 everyday ingredients. It’s the kind of French dish worth putting into regular rotation.

Why this recipe works:

• A homemade bechamel sauce over the top is what separates a real croque monsieur from a plain grilled cheese.
• Baking until bubbling melts the top layer of cheese into a golden, broiled crust.
• Assemble-and-bake steps make this an easy beginner recipe, ready in about 25 minutes.
• Makes 4 servings, a satisfying lunch or light dinner sandwich.

Serving Suggestions: Serve with a simple green salad dressed in vinaigrette.

Golden Croque Monsieur

Croque Monsieur is a French take on the ham and cheese sandwich, dipped in bechamel sauce, topped with more cheese, and baked until golden and bubbling. Ready in about 25 minutes from start to finish, this beginner-friendly recipe makes 4 servings and comes together with 9 everyday ingredients. It's the kind of French dish worth putting into regular rotation.

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Author: Hannah Collins Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: French Courses: Lunch Recipe Keys: Nut Free Quick Meals

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Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 15 mins Total Time 25 mins Difficulty: Beginner Cooking Temp: 425  C Servings: 4 Estimated Cost: $ 9 Calories: 460 Best Season: Available

Ingredients:

Servings

• 8 slices sandwich bread
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 tbsp flour
• 2 cups milk
• ¹⁄₄ tsp nutmeg
• 1.5 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
• 8 slices ham
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Before you start, gather and prep all 9 ingredients listed above - wash, chop, measure, and have everything within reach.
2. Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, and cook for 1 minute.
3. Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until thickened.
4. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
5. Spread Dijon mustard on 4 slices of bread.
6. Top with ham and a portion of Gruyere.
7. Close with the remaining bread.
8. Spread a layer of bechamel over the top of each sandwich and sprinkle with more Gruyere.
9. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 425F for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.
10. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, acid, or spice as needed before serving.
11. Serve hot.
12. Garnish as desired and serve promptly for the best texture and flavor from your Golden Croque Monsieur.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 460kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 26g40%

Saturated Fat 15g75%

Cholesterol 90mg30%

Sodium 820mg35%

Total Carbohydrate 32g11%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%

Sugars 6g

Protein 22g44%

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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For a Croque Madame, simply top the finished sandwich with a fried egg before serving. Check doneness a few minutes before the recipe says to, since oven temperatures vary - a few minutes can be the difference between perfect and overdone.

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