How do I make a cheesy croque monsieur?

Get ready to indulge in a gooey and flavorful Cheesy Croque Monsieur. This classic French sandwich will make your taste buds dance!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make a Cheesy Croque Monsieur. Items include: Sandwich bread Dijon mustard Ham Gruyère cheese Butter All-purpose flour Milk Salt Pepper Nutmeg

Sandwich bread 4 slices
Dijon mustard 4 tablespoons
Ham 8 slices
Gruyère cheese plenty of grated cheese
Butter 4 tablespoons
All-purpose flour 2 tablespoons
Milk 1 cup
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Nutmeg a pinch

Take note
Be sure to handle the hot ingredients with caution to avoid any burns or spills.

1

Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it nice and toasty for your Cheesy Croque Monsieur.

2

Make the béchamel sauce

In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly. Slowly whisk in 1 cup of milk and continue cooking until the sauce thickens. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.

3

Assemble your sandwich

Take 4 slices of sandwich bread and spread 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard on each slice. Top 2 of the slices with 4 slices of ham and plenty of grated Gruyère cheese. Place the remaining 2 slices of bread on top to make 2 sandwiches.

4

Dip and coat the sandwich

Dip each sandwich into the prepared béchamel sauce, making sure both sides are well coated. Let any excess sauce drip off.

5

Pan-fry to perfection

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the coated sandwiches and cook for about 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.

6

Bake in the oven

Transfer the sandwiches to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

7

Serve and savor

Remove the Cheesy Croque Monsieur from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Cut each sandwich in half and serve warm. Enjoy the melty goodness!