CROQUE MONSIEUR
Steps:
- Butter an 8-by-4-inch loaf pan and line with oiled parchment paper. Begin layering the croque monsieur by lining the bottom of the loaf pan with bread (use 2 slices for each layer). Dot the first layer with 1 generous tablespoon mascarpone cheese and spread as evenly as possible. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the chives over the cheese. Cover with 1/4 cup Fontina cheese and layer the ham over cheese. This is one complete layer. Build two more layers, ending with a row of bread. Whisk together the cream or milk and eggs in a bowl to make a custard. Strain the custard through a sieve and season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour the custard over the croque monsieur, cover with parchment paper, and allow to rest in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before baking. The croque can be placed overnight in the refrigerator at this point if desired. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Place the loaf pan in a deep casserole and add enough hot water to come halfway up the sides of the loaf pan to create a bain-marie. Cover with a piece of buttered parchment paper. Bake for about 45 minutes to 1 hour or until the custard has set. Test with a toothpick -- if it comes out clean, remove from the oven and the bain-marie and allow the croque monsieur to cool in the loaf pan. When cool, place in the refrigerator to chill. Turn the croque out of the pan and cut into generous 1/2-inch-thick slices. Cut each slice in half across the layers and skewer the two halves together. To Serve: Heat an 8-inch sauté pan with 1 tablespoon olive oil and gently place the croque monsieur skewers into the pan; sauté until golden brown on both sides. Serve with a green salad.
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Limited Andy
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The sandwiches are delicious and they're so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ahmer Naseer Attri Rizvi
[email protected]I'm a big fan of Croque Monsieurs, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The sandwiches are perfectly crispy and cheesy, and the béchamel sauce is divine.
Valeria Mateo
[email protected]I love this recipe! The sandwiches are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my friends and family.
Makail Wazir
[email protected]This is the perfect recipe for a special occasion brunch. The sandwiches are elegant and delicious, and they're sure to impress your guests.
Rauls Majes
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The sandwiches are always crispy and cheesy, and the béchamel sauce is to die for.
Vitalis Ditsebe
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of béchamel sauce, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with the crispy bread and cheese.
Aimee Mae Bartholomew
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. The sandwiches are simple to make and they're always a hit with my family.
Jose Zuniga
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my Croque Monsieur turned out perfectly! It was crispy, cheesy, and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Dhurba Gautam
[email protected]I made this for my family and they loved it! The sandwiches were gooey and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Aboyade Tolulope Turayo
[email protected]This is the best Croque Monsieur recipe I've tried! The sandwich was perfectly crispy and cheesy, and the béchamel sauce was divine. I'll definitely be making this again.