Croque-Monsieur
Croque-Monsieur is a classic French sandwich that beautifully combines crispy bread, savory ham, and gooey melted Gruyère cheese. This indulgent treat, often accented with Dijon mustard, brings the charm of Parisian cafés right to your kitchen. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a cozy dinner at home, this dish is sure to impress anyone who takes a bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick white or sourdough bread
- 4 oz thinly sliced ham
- 4 oz Gruyère cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread. On the unbuttered side, spread Dijon mustard. Layer ham and Gruyère cheese on one slice and top with another slice, buttered side facing out.
- Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the sandwich carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes until both sides are crispy and the cheese melts.
- Serve warm, cut diagonally, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor and crunchiness, use day-old bread. Customize by adding sautéed mushrooms or swapping ham for turkey. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 350°F.