Croute Savoyarde

Indulge in the rustic charm of French Alpine cuisine with this irresistible Croute Savoyarde recipe. This delectable dish combines slices of golden-toasted rustic bread, layered with savory cooked ham and rich, melty Gruyère cheese, all brought to life with a luscious blend of white wine and heavy cream. Infused with subtle hints of garlic and perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper, this classic Savoyard favorite is baked to bubbling perfection, forming a crispy, golden crust that’s as stunning as it is satisfying. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick yet elegant comfort food is ideal for a cozy lunch, brunch, or dinner. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of color and serve warm to savor every bite of this French delight. Perfect for fans of cheesy, indulgent recipes, this dish pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad and a glass of white wine.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 slices Rustic bread (e.g., sourdough or country loaf)
• 200 grams Gruyère cheese
• 4 slices Cooked ham
• 100 milliliters White wine
• 50 milliliters Heavy cream
• 20 grams Butter
• 1 clove Garlic clove
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Lightly toast the slices of rustic bread—either in the oven for 5 minutes or a toaster—until golden and firm, then set aside.

Step 3

Rub each toasted slice of bread with the cut side of a garlic clove to impart a hint of garlic flavor.

Step 4

In a small pan, heat the butter over medium heat until melted. Once melted, add the white wine and heavy cream, stirring gently to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 5

Place the toasted bread slices on the prepared baking sheet. Lay a slice of ham on top of each piece of bread.

Step 6

Grate or slice the Gruyère cheese and generously layer it over the ham on each slice of bread.

Step 7

Spoon a few tablespoons of the wine-and-cream mixture over each slice to keep the dish moist and flavorful.

Step 8

Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is thoroughly melted and bubbling with a golden crust.

Step 10

Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious Croute Savoyarde!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(730.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1947.0

Total Fat 106.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 384.2mg	0%
Sodium 5271.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g	0%
Total Sugars 5.4g
Protein 104.7g	0%

Vitamin D 51.2IU	0%
Calcium 2099.2mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 890.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.5%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 26.1%