Croque Monsieur French Sandwich (Print-Friendly Recipe)
Layers of ham and Gruyère in crisp bread, finished with a creamy cheese topping. Savory and delightfully warm.
# Ingredients List:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 slices crusty bread
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4 slices ham, ideally jambon de Paris
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4 slices Gruyère cheese
→ For Assembly and Topping
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2 tablespoons butter, softened
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, optional
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1/4 cup whole milk
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1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
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Evenly spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice. If desired, spread Dijon mustard on the opposite side of two slices.
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On the unbuttered side of two bread slices, layer ham followed by Gruyère cheese. Top with remaining bread slices, ensuring the buttered side faces outward.
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Preheat a skillet or sandwich press over medium heat. Place the sandwiches buttered side down and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or air fry at 350°F for 7 to 10 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
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In a small bowl, combine milk with grated Gruyère. Add salt and black pepper to taste, mixing until smooth.
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Spoon the cheese mixture over the top of each sandwich in the final minutes of cooking. Optionally, transfer sandwiches to a broiler for 2 minutes until cheese is melted and lightly golden.
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Serve hot, immediately after broiling, for optimal crispness and melt.
# Extra Information:
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Use high-quality bread and cheese for authentic flavor; day-old bread holds texture best under grilling.