Gourmet Croque Monsieur

Gourmet Croque Monsieur

30 mins
easy
4 servings

A decadent and satisfying Croque Monsieur, perfect for a quick lunch or a special occasion. This recipe elevates the classic with premium ingredients and a touch of elegance.

AppetizerFrenchLunch

Equipment Needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Oven
  • Spatula

Ingredients

  • 8.00 slicesBread Slices(Use high-quality sourdough or a similar crusty bread.)
  • 120.00 gSmoked Ham(Choose thinly sliced, high-quality ham.)
  • 120.00 gGruyère Cheese(Use a sharp Gruyère for a bold flavor.)
  • 120.00 gBéchamel Sauce(Homemade or store-bought, adjust consistency as needed.)
  • 2.00 tspFresh Thyme(For an extra layer of flavor.)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Slice the bread into 4 equal portions.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

3

Spread a generous layer of béchamel sauce on each slice of bread.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

4

Layer thinly sliced ham on top of the béchamel.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

5

Sprinkle half of the grated Gruyère cheese over the ham.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Top with the remaining bread slices, spreading béchamel sauce on top.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

7

Sprinkle the remaining Gruyère cheese and fresh thyme over the top.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Place the Croque Monsieur on a baking sheet.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

9

Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bread is golden brown.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

10

Let cool slightly before slicing in half diagonally and serving immediately.

Estimated time: 3 minutes