Croque Madame - A Classic French Sandwich with a Twist
The Croque Madame is a delectable French sandwich that takes the classic Croque Monsieur and adds a fried egg on top, making it the perfect indulgence for brunch or a comforting lunch.
Ingredients
- 8 slices of good-quality white bread
- 8 slices of ham
- 8 slices of Gruyère or Emmental cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 2 cup béchamel sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).Assemble the sandwiches by placing a slice of ham and a slice of cheese on four slices of bread. Top each sandwich with another slice of bread.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet, and cook until the bread is golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes per side.
- Spread a generous layer of béchamel sauce on top of each sandwich, followed by another slice of cheese.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for approximately 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- While the sandwiches are baking, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Fry the eggs until the whites are set but the yolks are still slightly runny.
- Remove the sandwiches from the oven, and carefully place a fried egg on top of each one.
- Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Croque Madame!
Nutrition
Serving: 4gCalories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 26gFat: 36gSodium: 960mgSugar: 4g
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