Croque Monsieur
Servings
4servings
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. To make the béchamel, in a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until foamy. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is foamy, about 3 minutes. Gradually add the milk, stirring until smooth. Cook, stirring, until the sauce is thick, about 3 minutes. Stir in the nutmeg and salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Preheat the broiler to it’s hottest setting.
  3. To make the Croque Monsieur, butter 8 slices of the bread. Top 4 slices with cheese and then 2 slices of ham. Top with the remaining slices of bread and cook in a non-stick skillet over low heat until golden brown on each side, about 5 minutes.
  4. Spread the béchamel evenly over the top and broil until bubbling and golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Eat immediately, though, bear in mind, it is hot; this is a fork-and-knife sandwich rather than a handheld kind of sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Croque Monsieur
Amount Per Serving
Calories 826 Calories from Fat 477
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 53g 82%
Saturated Fat 29g 145%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 15g
Cholesterol 208mg 69%
Sodium 1998mg 83%
Potassium 706mg 20%
Total Carbohydrates 42g 14%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 10g
Protein 46g 92%
Vitamin A 31%
Vitamin C 0%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium 32%
Iron 21%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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