Best 4 Grilled Ham And Blue Cheese Sandwich Croque Monsieur Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Grilled Ham and Blue Cheese Sandwich, also known as Croque Monsieur. This classic French sandwich is elevated with premium ingredients, resulting in a symphony of flavors and textures. Discover three variations of this iconic dish: the traditional Croque Monsieur, the vegetarian-friendly Croque Madame, and the tantalizing Croque Monsieur with a fried egg. Embark on a gastronomic adventure as you explore each recipe, unveiling the secrets behind this beloved sandwich.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CROQUE MONSIEUR (FRENCH HOT HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICH)

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Recipe video above. Unapologetically calorific, this is the famous French hot ham and cheese sandwich! If you want to make it the traditional way, do not skimp on cheese or butter, and do not even think about using low fat anything. ????While it's thought of as a brunch/breakfast, Croque Monsieur is typically served as lunch in France with a side of fries and simple salad.Truly one of the greatest sandwiches in the world, one that I say everyone should experience at least once in their lives ....

Provided by Nagi

Categories Breakfast Brunch Light Lunch

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup cream ((pure or heavy / thickened))
1 1/2 tbsp / 25g unsalted butter
1 1/2 tbsp flour (, plain / all-purpose)
1/4 tsp salt (, kosher/cooking salt)
1 pinch white pepper
1/8 tsp nutmeg (, preferably freshly ground)
4 slices sourdough bread (, 1.5cm / ⅗" thick (Note 1))
8 slices Swiss or gruyere cheese ((165g / 6 oz, enough for 2 layers a sandwich) (Note 2))
120g / 4 oz ham slices (, preferably smoked)
4 tsp Dijon mustard
30g / 2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 cup gruyere cheese (, shredded (packed cup, Note 2))
3 tbsp parmesan (, finely shredded (Note 2))

Steps:

Preheat oven to 200°C/390°F (180°C fan).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1440 kcal, Carbohydrate 83 g, Protein 67 g, Fat 94 g, SaturatedFat 54 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 302 mg, Sodium 2392 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GRILLED HAM AND BLUE CHEESE SANDWICH - CROQUE MONSIEUR

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Easy and tasty..what could be better. :) This is Rosenborg's version of Croque Monsieur. Makes a wonderful lunch. Serve with salad, fresh fruit or enjoy it all by itself. Note: Rosenborg is a brand of blue cheese products. This recipe was in their 2009 calendar.

Provided by Diana 2

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 1 open faced sandwich

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 slice bread
1 teaspoon butter (optional)
2 ham slices
1 1/2 tablespoons blue cheese, crumbled

Steps:

Toast bread slice, and butter if desired.
Top with ham slices and cheese.
Grill until cheese has melted.

CROQUE MONSIEURS A LA RACHELLE MY TAKE ON FRENCH GRILLED CHEESE AND HAM SAMMYS

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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

8 slices good quality white bread, buy bread at in-store fresh bakery section of a large market or local bakery and have it sliced for you
6 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups half-and-half or milk
1/2 teaspoon salt, eyeball it
2 tablespoons prepared Dijon mustard, plus extra to pass at the table
3/4 pound French or French style ham, such as Mandrange, deli sliced or, sliced boiled ham
2/3 pound thinly sliced Gruyere or Swiss cheese (recommended: Emmentaler)
1 small jar cornichons or baby gherkin pickles, available on condiment aisle of market
1 small jar pickled onions, also available on condiments aisle

Steps:

Line up 8 slices of bread on a work surface.
Heat a small saucepot over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons butter and melt. Add flour to the butter and whisk together. Cook flour and butter together for 1 to 2 minutes, then whisk in half-and-half or milk. Bring sauce to a bubble and thicken another 1 or 2 minutes. Season sauce with salt, then whisk in prepared Dijon mustard.
Heat a large nonstick griddle or skillet over medium heat.
Spread each slice of bread with Dijon bechamel sauce and build 4 sandwiches with 2 or 3 slices of ham and 2 slices of cheese per sandwich. The Dijon bechamel sauce will help hold the meat and cheese in place. Make slices of ham and cheese rest flat; do not pile the meat or cheese. Butter the tops of the 4 sandwiches and set onto griddle or grill, buttered side down. Butter opposite side of each sandwich while the first side is grilling. Toast sandwiches 4 minutes on each side, turn with thin spatula. Serve with cornichons, pickled onions and extra Dijon mustard to pass at table.

SUE'S GRILLED HAM AND CHEESE (CROQUE MONSIEUR)

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Make and share this Sue's Grilled Ham and Cheese (Croque Monsieur) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 slices bread
2 ounces thinly sliced ham
1 1/2 ounces soft cream cheese or 1 1/2 ounces neufchatel cheese
honey mustard
soft butter

Steps:

Spread bread with however much mustard you like.
Top with cheese (thinly sliced or spread), and sliced ham.
Spread outside of sandwich with soft butter.
Heat small pan, griddle, or panini maker until it gets hot, then drop in sandwich and immediately turn heat to low.
Shake pan to evenly distribute butter on bread as it melts.
When bottom side is golden, flip sandwich, shimmy the pan, and remove sandwich from heat when golden.
Slice if desired, and serve hot, with your favorite sides.

Tips:

To easily cut the sandwiches in half, make sure the bread is completely cool before slicing.
You can substitute Jarlsberg or Fontina cheese for Gruyère.
If you don't have a griddle, you can cook the sandwiches in a large skillet over medium heat.
Serve the sandwiches immediately, while the cheese is melted and gooey.
You can also add other ingredients to the sandwich, such as sliced tomatoes or avocado.

Conclusion:

The grilled ham and blue cheese sandwich croque monsieur is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for lunch or dinner. With its combination of ham, blue cheese, and Gruyère cheese, this sandwich is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give this sandwich a try. You won't be disappointed!