Description
Indulge in the irresistible Croque Madame Traditionnel, a classic French sandwich that combines layers of rich flavors and textures. This warm, toasty creation features perfectly melted cheese, savory ham, and a sunny-side-up egg on top, making it an ideal choice for brunch with friends, a quick lunch, or a comforting dinner. With its crispy exterior and gooey center, this dish is sure to impress anyone at your table. The simplicity of the ingredients allows you to whip up this culinary masterpiece in no time. Get ready to savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of bread (thick-cut)
- 4 slices of ham
- 100g Gruyère or Emmental cheese (grated)
- 40g butter
- 40g flour
- 500ml milk
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the béchamel sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk while stirring until thickened. Season to taste.
- Assemble the sandwich: Spread béchamel on two slices of bread, layer with ham and cheese, then top with remaining bread slices.
- Cook the sandwich: Heat a skillet over medium heat and brown each sandwich on both sides until golden.
- Bake: Transfer sandwiches to a baking dish, top with remaining béchamel and extra cheese, then bake at 200°C (390°F) for about 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Finish with eggs: While baking, fry eggs sunny-side up. Place one egg on each sandwich before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: Use thick-cut bread for better texture. Customize with ingredients like tomatoes or mushrooms for added flavor. Ensure to season your béchamel well for enhanced taste.