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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. 
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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

  1. 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.
  2. Step 2

    Spread 2 tbsp (30 ml) of the Béchamel Sauce on 4 slices of bread
  3. Step 3

    Top each with 1/4 of the ham and 3 tbsp (45 mL) of the cheese.
  4. Step 4

    Spread 1 tsp (5 mL) of Dijon mustard on 4 remaining slices of bread and close sandwiches.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Step 7

    Add a pinch of salt and pepper.