Croque-monsieur par Alain Ducasse

Gruyère cheese

🥗Healthier: Emmental cheese

💰Cheaper: Cheddar cheese

Emmental is lower in fat, while Cheddar is more widely available.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is often cheaper.

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Butter one side of each slice of bread.

Place a slice of bread, buttered side down, on a baking sheet.

Layer ham and Gruyère cheese on top of the bread slice.

Top with another slice of bread, buttered side up.

In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and a pinch of nutmeg.

Pour the egg mixture over the sandwich, allowing it to soak for a few minutes.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 10-15 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing.

Serve hot, optionally with a side salad.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens