France · Mains
Croque Monsieur
A beloved mains with a place at the heart of France’s table.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Serves
- 4
The story behind this dish
Made for sharing.
A crisp, molten French café classic built for a quick lunch.
Ingredients
What you need
- Good white bread
- Ham and Gruyère
- Butter, milk, flour, and nutmeg
Method
Make it step by step
- Make a loose béchamel and season it with a little nutmeg.
- Layer ham, cheese, and sauce between buttered bread.
- Top with more sauce and cheese, then grill until bubbling and golden.