Low Fat Croque Madame

Elevate your brunch game with this healthier twist on the classic French Croque Madame! Our Low Fat Croque Madame recipe keeps all the rich, indulgent flavors you love while using wholesome whole grain bread, low-fat ham, and reduced-fat cheese to cut down on calories and fat. Topped with a light and creamy béchamel sauce, made with skim milk and a hint of nutmeg, and finished with a perfectly fried egg, this dish is the ultimate comfort food without the guilt. Ready in just 35 minutes, this baked delight is a quick and satisfying meal that’s perfect for two. Garnished with fresh parsley for an added touch of freshness, it’s a lighter yet luxurious way to enjoy a French bistro classic right in your own kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 slices Whole grain bread
• 4 slices Low-fat ham
• 4 slices Reduced-fat cheese
• 2 Egg
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Skim milk
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 light coating Olive oil spray
• 1 tablespoon Chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter. Add the flour and cook while whisking constantly, until it turns slightly golden, about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Slowly whisk in the skim milk. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens into a smooth sauce, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add salt, black pepper, and nutmeg to the sauce, then remove from heat.

Step 5

Lay out the bread slices on a baking sheet. Lightly spray each with olive oil spray.

Step 6

Place a slice of ham on two of the bread slices, followed by a slice of reduced-fat cheese.

Step 7

Top with the remaining slices of bread, forming two sandwiches.

Step 8

Generously spoon the béchamel sauce over the top of each sandwich and place another slice of cheese over the sauce.

Step 9

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.

Step 10

While the sandwiches are baking, heat 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter in a small non-stick pan over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the pan, one at a time, and cook until the whites are set and the yolks are slightly runny, about 3-4 minutes per egg.

Step 11

Remove the sandwiches from the oven, carefully place a fried egg on top of each sandwich.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(811.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1360.3

Total Fat 67.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 618.5mg	0%
Sodium 4442.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.5g
Protein 102.6g	0%

Vitamin D 203.4IU	0%
Calcium 1103.3mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 1554.4mg	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: 44.5%

Protein: 30.3%

Carbs: 25.2%