Mountain Croque Monsieur
Discover our Mountain Croque Monsieur, a generous and comforting take on the Parisian classic. Inspired by the rustic flavors of the Alps, this recipe combines the meltiness of raclette cheese, the smokiness of mountain ham, and the crispiness of a gratinated béchamel sauce. Simple and quick to prepare, this complete dish is perfect for a comforting meal. This revisited croque-monsieur transports you to the mountains with every bite, ideal for a quick and gourmet dinner.
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- 1
Prepare the béchamel: melt the butter, add the flour off the heat for a white roux. Return to low heat for 1 min. Gradually pour in the milk while whisking. Cook for 3-4 min until thickened. Off the heat, add mustard, nutmeg, and pepper.
- 2
Assemble: preheat the oven broiler. On a slice of bread, spread béchamel, add 2 slices of ham, raclette cheese slices, and optionally tomato. Top with a second slice of bread spread with béchamel (facing inwards). Spread the remaining béchamel on top and sprinkle with Gruyère.
- 3
Cook: brown the bottom for 1-2 min in a hot, dry pan. Place under the broiler for 3-4 min until the top is golden and gratinated. Watch to avoid burning.
- 4
Serve immediately, piping hot, with a lightly dressed green salad.
- Raclette cheese: its melting power and nutty-fruity flavor are perfect. It can be bought in a half-wheel and cut into thin slices.
- Thick béchamel: it should coat the back of a spoon. If too liquid, it would soak the bread.
- Double cooking: the pan for a crispy base, the broiler for perfect gratin.
- Brioche bread: adds extra sweetness that balances the saltiness of the ham and cheese.
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