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How To Make Croque Monsieur

Croque Monsieur Recipe. A ham and melted cheese sandwich with a distinct French flair! Quick to make and perfect for breakfast or a snack. Enjoy our Croque Monsieur recipe. Enlarge

How To Make Croque Monsieur

Croque Monsieur Recipe. A ham and melted cheese sandwich with a distinct French flair! Quick to make and perfect for breakfast or a snack. Enjoy our Croque Monsieur recipe.

Prep:
5m
Cook:
30m
Total:
35m
Serves:
4
Temp:
150° c  -  300° f

Step 1: You will need

  • 8 slices of ham
  • 4 slices of bread, halved
  • 50 g 1.8oz butter
  • 150 g grated gruyere cheese
  • 1 knife
  • 3 fish slice
  • 1 frying pan
  • 1 large baking tray
  • parchment paper

Step 2: Preheat the grill

Set the grill to 150ºC (300ºF/ gas mark 2).

Step 3: Make the sandwich

Take two slices of ham and place them on a slice of bread. Put another slice of bread on top to close the sandwich. Repeat to make all four.

Step 4: Spread with butter

Spread the top side of the sandwich generously with butter, then turn it over and butter the other side. Repeat the same thing with all four sandwiches.

Step 5: Prepare the baking tray

Line the baking tray with parchment paper in preparation for grilling.

Step 6: Fry the sandwiches

Place the frying pan on a medium heat and place each sandwich into the pan. Fry them until golden brown on the underside. Turn each one over and brown the other side. Remove from the heat when browned.

Step 7: Transfer to the baking tray

Place the sandwiches on the baking tray and sprinkle the tops with the grated cheese.

Step 8: Grill

Put the baking tray under the grill. Remove once the cheese has melted.

Step 9: Serve

As this is a perfect choice for breakfast or brunch, serve hot with a nice cup of tea or coffee.