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French · Breakfast

Croque Madame

🕐 10 min 👁 1 Channel post →

A hearty French hot sandwich layered with ham, cheese, creamy Béchamel sauce, and topped with a fried egg.

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Method

1

For the sauce: melt the butter in a saucepan, add the flour, and cook while stirring for 2 minutes.

2

Gradually pour in the warm milk in a thin stream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Season with salt. Simmer over low heat until thickened.

3

Assemble the sandwiches with cheese, ham, and cheese between two slices of toast. Pan-fry on both sides until golden brown.

4

Place the sandwiches in a baking dish and spread the sauce evenly over the top. Sprinkle with grated cheese.

5

Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes.

6

Prepare fried eggs or poached eggs.

7

To serve, place an egg on top of each sandwich.

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