Low Carb Croque Monsieur
Indulge in a low-carb twist on the classic Croque Monsieur with this irresistibly rich and cheesy recipe! Perfect for those following keto or low-carb diets, this recipe swaps traditional bread for almond flour slices and layers them with savory Dijon mustard, sliced ham, and heaps of melted Gruyère cheese. A decadent Parmesan cream sauce, infused with nutmeg for a subtle depth of flavor, is poured over the sandwiches before they’re baked to golden, bubbly perfection. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is ideal for a quick yet luxurious lunch or dinner. Pair it with a crisp side salad for a restaurant-worthy low-carb meal that’s as satisfying as it is guilt-free!
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Ingredients
- 8 slices Almond flour bread
- 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 8 slices Sliced ham
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon Nutmeg
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Stir occasionally until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Set the sauce aside.
Step 3
Butter one side of each almond flour bread slice.
Step 4
Spread 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard on the unbuttered side of 4 bread slices.
Step 5
On top of the mustard-covered slices, place 2 slices of ham and then sprinkle 1/4 cup of Gruyère cheese.
Step 6
Top each sandwich with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out.
Step 7
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has started to melt.
Step 8
Transfer the sandwiches to the prepared baking sheet.
Step 9
Spoon the cream sauce over the top of each sandwich, distributing it evenly.
Step 10
Sprinkle the remaining Gruyère cheese over the top of the sandwiches.
Step 11
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Step 12
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (906.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3356.1 |
| Total Fat 275.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 101.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 591.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6678.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.6g | |
| Protein 135.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 36.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2042.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 921.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories