Classic Croque Monsieur
Ingredients:
4 slices of thick-cut bread
4 slices of ham
1 cup of grated Gruyere cheese
2 tablespoons of butter
2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
1 cup of milk
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Butter one side of each slice of bread.
Place a slice of ham on the unbuttered side of two slices of bread.
Sprinkle half of the cheese over the ham, then top with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side up.
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
Pour the sauce over the sandwiches and top with the remaining cheese.
Bake in the oven for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Spicy Croque Monsieur
Ingredients:
4 slices of jalapeno cheddar bread
4 slices of spicy capicola
1 cup of pepper jack cheese
2 tablespoons of sriracha mayo
2 tablespoons of butter
Instructions:
Follow the same assembly instructions as the classic croque monsieur, substituting the bread, meat, and cheese with the spicy ingredients listed above.
Spread sriracha mayo on the inside of each slice of bread before assembling the sandwiches.
Proceed with the baking instructions as outlined in the classic croque monsieur recipe.
Enjoy the extra kick of flavor in this spicy twist on a classic dish!
