Sue's Grilled Ham and Cheese Croque Monsieur

Elevate your sandwich game with Sue's Grilled Ham and Cheese Croque Monsieur—a delightful twist on the classic French bistro favorite. This indulgent recipe layers savory thin-sliced ham, Dijon mustard, and rich Gruyère cheese between slices of golden, perfectly crisped sandwich bread. The star of the show is a creamy, nutmeg-infused béchamel sauce, generously slathered over the top and broiled to bubbly, golden perfection. Finished with a touch of Parmesan and a Gruyère crust, this decadent sandwich offers a luxurious medley of textures and flavors in every bite. Quick to prepare in under 40 minutes, it’s the ultimate comfort food for brunch, lunch, or a cozy dinner. Perfect for any cheese lover, this Croque Monsieur recipe brings French-inspired elegance to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.125 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.125 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.75 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 4 slices White sandwich bread
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 4 slices Ham, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.

Step 2

Gradually pour the milk into the roux, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 2-3 minutes until thickened.

Step 3

Stir in the nutmeg, salt, pepper, 1/2 cup of Gruyère cheese, and all of the Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

Spread the Dijon mustard evenly on one side of each slice of bread.

Step 5

Layer 2 slices of ham on top of the mustard on two slices of bread. Sprinkle a small amount of the remaining Gruyère cheese over the ham.

Step 6

Place the remaining 2 slices of bread on top to form sandwiches, keeping the mustard side facing inward.

Step 7

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter and the olive oil over medium heat. Once melted and hot, add the sandwiches to the pan.

Step 8

Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Transfer the sandwiches to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread the béchamel sauce evenly over the top of each sandwich and sprinkle the remaining Gruyère cheese over the béchamel layer.

Step 10

Preheat your oven’s broiler and place the sandwiches under the broiler for 3-4 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven, let cool for a minute, slice in half, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(659.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1670.6

Total Fat 115.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 312.0mg	0%
Sodium 3703.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.1g
Protein 73.0g	0%

Vitamin D 112.4IU	0%
Calcium 1513.3mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 814.8mg	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: 62.1%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 20.5%