Croque-Madame
4.9 (345 reviews)
Preparation15min
Cooking15min
Servings2 people
DifficultyEasy
Discover the Croque-Madame, this refined version of the famous French sandwich that delights with its runny fried egg delicately placed on a gratinated croque-monsieur. Simple to make but always impressive, this comforting dish combines the smoothness of béchamel, the meltiness of cheese and the crunch of golden bread. Perfect for a quick lunch or an improvised dinner, it transforms simple ingredients into a true feast. Its preparation in a few steps guarantees perfect results every time, with that gourmet touch that makes all the difference.
Preparation Steps
1
Prepare the béchamel: melt 20g of butter, add 20g of flour, mix then pour 25cl of warm milk while whisking until thickened. Salt, pepper and add a little nutmeg.
2
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spread each slice of bread with a little béchamel.
3
On 2 slices, place a slice of ham, then some grated Gruyère. Close with the other 2 slices of bread (béchamel side inside).
4
Coat the top of the croques with the remaining béchamel and generously sprinkle with Gruyère.
5
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, until the top is golden brown and gratinated.
6
Meanwhile, cook the fried eggs in a pan with a little butter, keeping the yolk runny.
7
Remove the croques from the oven, place a fried egg on each croque and serve immediately.
Tips & Tricks
For perfect béchamel, use warm milk and whisk vigorously to avoid lumps.
Choose quality sliced bread for better results, lightly toasted if you prefer more crunch.
Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast between the hot croque and the runny egg.
Accompany with a dressed green salad to balance the meal.
