Description
Mini Croque Monsieur are bite-sized French delights that combine layers of melty Gruyère cheese, savory ham, and crispy bread. Perfect for brunch or as a quick snack, these mini sandwiches are easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. Serve them warm with a creamy béchamel sauce on the side for a truly indulgent experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick white bread
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
- 4 oz quality ham (Black Forest or smoked)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for spreading)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Create the Béchamel Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until frothy. Whisk in flour for about two minutes until a pale roux forms. Gradually add milk while whisking to avoid lumps; cook until thickened (about five minutes). Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread béchamel on one side of each slice of bread. Layer ham and Gruyère on one slice, then top with another slice.
- Grill Until Golden Brown: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Spread butter on the outer sides of each sandwich and grill until golden brown (approximately three minutes per side).
- Serve Immediately: Slice into quarters or halves and enjoy warm with extra béchamel sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 48mg