Easy Croque Monsieur & Madame
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A classic French grilled ham and cheese sandwich made simple with an easy, lump-free microwave bechamel sauce. You can enjoy it as a rich Croque Monsieur or top it with a fried egg to turn it into a delicious Croque Madame.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Whisk the milk, flour, seasonings, and butter, then microwave in short intervals to make the bechamel sauce. → Slice the bread and spread a thick layer of bechamel sauce on one slice. → Assemble the sandwich with ham and cheese inside, then top with more bechamel and cheese. → Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 6-8 minutes until golden and bubbly. → Optionally top with a fried egg to transform it into a Croque Madame.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Whisk the milk, flour, seasonings, and butter, then microwave in short intervals to make the bechamel sauce. → Slice the bread and spread a thick layer of bechamel sauce on one slice. → Assemble the sandwich with ham and cheese inside, then top with more bechamel and cheese. → Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 6-8 minutes until golden and bubbly. → Optionally top with a fried egg to transform it into a Croque Madame.
Introduction
A classic French grilled ham and cheese sandwich made simple with an easy, lump-free microwave bechamel sauce. You can enjoy it as a rich Croque Monsieur or top it with a fried egg to turn it into a delicious Croque Madame.
Step 1
Pour 1/4 cup of half-and-half (or milk) into a microwave-safe measuring cup.
Step 2
Add 1/4 tsp onion powder, a pinch of salt, a hint of black pepper, and an optional hint of ground nutmeg to the milk.
Step 3
Whisk in 1/2 Tbsp of all-purpose flour until fully dissolved in the cold milk with no remaining lumps.
Step 4
Add 1/2 Tbsp of unsalted butter to the mixture.
Step 5
Microwave the mixture for 30 seconds, then remove and whisk thoroughly to distribute the melting butter.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
Using cream (half-and-half) instead of milk makes the quick bechamel sauce much richer and more flavorful.
Choose a sturdy white country bread that can support the heavy sauce and cheese without turning soggy.
Do not overload the sandwich with too much ham, as it can easily overpower the cheese and bechamel flavors.
Always stir the bechamel immediately after microwaving to prevent lumps from setting.
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