It’s a real knife and fork sandwich that’s a creamy delight!
I remember it being loaded with butter and cheese, and absolutely the most delicious sandwich in the world.
My friend was somewhat addicted to these sandwiches, and after having one myself I could see why!
Elise Bauer
Gruyere cheese and ham just belong together.
The wordcroquecomes from the verbcroqueror “to crunch”.
So a Croque-Monsieur roughly translates to “Mister Crunchy”.
Elise Bauer
The feminine version, a Croque Madame, includes a fried egg on top.
This classic French bistro sandwich is a great way to use up leftover ham.
Add the flour and cook, stirring until smooth, about 2 minutes.
Slowly add the milk, whisking continuously, cooking until thick.
Add the salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
Stir in the Parmesan and 1/4 cup of the grated Gruyere.
Lightly brush half of the toasted slices with mustard.
Add the ham slices and about 1 cup of the remaining Gruyere cheese.
Top with the other toasted bread slices.
Spoon on the bechamel sauce to the tops of the sandwiches.
Sprinkle with the remaining Gruyere cheese.
Place on a broiling pan.
If you top this sandwich with afried eggit becomes a Croque Madame.
