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Croque Madame
Croque Madame
By Morrisons
Published on 20 September 2020
A great brunch sandwich originating from the bars and cafes in France. Time and servings
40 minsTotal time
4Servings
10 minsPrep time
30 minsCooking time
Ingredients
- 4 tsp of dijon mustard
- 250 ml of milk
- 2 tbsp of plain flour
- 115 g of ham
- 4 eggs
- 4 tbsp of butter
- 8 slices of white bloomer
- 200 g of gruyere cheese
Method
Step 1
Bechamel Sauce: In saucepan melt half the butter over medium heat. Stir in flour. Cook for one minute. Slowly whisk in milk, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly. Reduce heat and simmer until mixture thickens slightly, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in cheese until melted. Set aside.Step 2
Spread 2 tbsp (30 ml) of the Béchamel Sauce on 4 slices of breadStep 3
Top each with 1/4 of the ham and 3 tbsp (45 mL) of the cheese.Step 4
Spread 1 tsp (5 mL) of Dijon mustard on 4 remaining slices of bread and close sandwiches.Step 5
Thinly spread butter 1 tbsp (15 mL) on outside of sandwiches. Fry sandwiches in skillet over medium heat, turning once, for 4 minutes. Transfer to baking sheet.Step 6
Top each with 2 tbsp (30 mL) Béchamel Sauce and 1 tbsp (15 mL) of cheese. Broil on high until golden, for 1 to 2 minutes.Step 7
Add a pinch of salt and pepper.