PETIT CROQUE MONSIEUR

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This recipe, adapted from "Martha Stewart Hors D'Oeuvres Handbook," is perfect for parties and casual gatherings.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 1 or 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 ripe but still firm Forelle or large Seckel pears, 2 chopped into 1/4-inch pieces, and 4 cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
24 very thin slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons coarse whole-grain mustard
8 ounces thinly sliced ham, preferably Black Forrest
8 ounces thinly sliced Gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add chopped pears and cook, stirring, until just tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high. Sprinkle pears with sugar and continue cooking until golden brown and caramelized, 5 to 7 minutes more. Add vinegar and swirl pan until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and transfer pears to a plate; set aside.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add pear slices, in batches if necessary, and cook until lightly browned, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Spread the remaining 2 tablespoons butter over one side of each slice of bread. Lay buttered-side down on work surface and spread opposite side generously with mustard. Slice bread in half diagonally. Top half of the diagonal slices with 1 slice of pear, 2 slices of ham, and 2 slices cheese; top with remaining diagonal slices.
  • Heat a clean medium skillet over medium heat; working in batches, cook 5 to 6 sandwiches at a time, turning once, until cheese is melted and sandwiches are golden brown, about 1 1/2 minutes per side. Cut each sandwich in half to make two dozen hors d'oeuvres, if desired. Garnish each sandwich with 1/2 to 1 teaspoon reserved chopped pear mixture; serve immediately.

Tipo Barua
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I love croque monsieurs, and this recipe looks like a great way to make them in a smaller size.


Md Parvezcc
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These look delicious! I'm going to have to make them for my next party.


Ajla Murataj
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I'm always looking for new and easy appetizer recipes. This one is definitely going on my list.


Aryan RAKIB
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of bread or cheese that you like.


Mahmud Saidu
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These look like the perfect party food. I'm going to have to give them a try.


Alison Bauernfeind
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I've never made petit croque monsieurs before, but this recipe looks easy enough to follow. I'm excited to try it!


kabita karn
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This looks delicious! I can't wait to make it.


anal chandra
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe.


jalisha Lampkin
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Yum!


Regbizz
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These are the perfect snack or appetizer. They're easy to make and they're always a hit with my friends and family.


Merui Jma
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These are a great way to use up leftover bread and cheese. They're also a fun and easy meal to make with kids.


Sufyan jan
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I love these! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. I've made them several times now and they're always a hit.


Saba Bahan
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These are the perfect finger food for any party or gathering. They're easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Leah Sunbury
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I made these for my kids' lunch and they loved them! They're so easy to make and they're a fun and healthy alternative to the usual sandwiches.


Athar sayed
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These were delicious! I used mozzarella cheese and ham, and they were perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


B B
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I've made these several times now and they're always a hit. I love that they're so versatile. You can use any type of bread, cheese, or filling that you like.


Rizwan Noor
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These are the perfect party appetizer! They're easy to make ahead of time and they always disappear quickly.


Phalama Porita
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I made these for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. They're so cute and delicious.


Ray Bennett
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These petit croque monsieurs were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love that you can use any type of bread or cheese that you like. I used sourdough bread and cheddar cheese, and they were perfect.