HAM AND CHEESE CROQUE WITH DIJON

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This is a classic French croque-monsieur, but with the added tang of Dijon mustard and sourdough bread. While it may well be the quintessential warm ham and cheese sandwich, it also makes a great snack with drinks. Please note the sandwiches may be prepared in advance and reheated to serve.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     finger foods, sandwiches, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 6 small sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 slices sourdough bread
2 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
Dijon mustard
6 ounces/2 cups grated Emmenthal, Gouda or Monterey Jack cheese or a mixture
6 slices prosciutto or cooked ham
1/2 cup thick béchamel sauce (See Note)
Pinch of chopped thyme, for garnish
1 tablespoon snipped chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400. Lay bread slices on a work surface. Lightly butter 3 slices and place butter-side-down on a baking sheet. Now spread them lightly with mustard.
  • Distribute half the cheese over the mustard. Top each of the slices of cheese-covered bread with 2 slices prosciutto and cover each evenly with more grated cheese, reserving 1/4 cup cheese for final topping.
  • Lay on the remaining 3 bread slices and press down gently. Spread each top slice with about 3 tablespoons béchamel. Sprinkle with reserved cheese.
  • Bake until browned and bubbling on top, about 10 minutes. To serve, cut each sandwich in half diagonally or vertically to make 6 small sandwiches. Sprinkle with thyme and chives. Cut off crusts if desired. May also be cut into bite-size pieces.

Cesar Salas
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This recipe is a keeper!


Abdo Naghoum
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This is a classic recipe that everyone should know how to make.


Laila khan
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This recipe is a crowd-pleaser.


cebo mncwango
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This is a great recipe for picky eaters.


Apis Sabagh
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I love that this recipe can be made in advance.


Tallat Pervaiz
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham.


Brandon Zyxnfryx
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I've made this recipe for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.


Mulm Mopa
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This is a very versatile recipe.


Samar Love
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I made this recipe with my kids and they had a blast.


Sarkodie Jason
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This recipe is so easy to follow.


Naren Chhetri
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I'm not a fan of ham, but I loved this recipe.


Melissa Simmons
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This is the best ham and cheese sandwich I've ever had.


saood786 Saood786
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a big hit!


Roderick Sosu
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This recipe is a great starting point for creating your own variations.


Hanx 256
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I used Gruyère cheese instead of cheddar and it was delicious.


Muhammad Shakeel Shareef Khokher
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The Dijon mustard adds a nice tang to the sandwich.


H4T3Y0U
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.


Siwanee Gole
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This is a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for a weeknight meal.


California Cali
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My family loved this recipe! The ham and cheese were melted perfectly and the bread was toasted to perfection.


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