Croque Madame Sandwich
A smoked croque madame is a luxurious and decadent dish. The savory layers of smoked Canadian bacon and Swiss cheese create a rich flavor profile, while the creamy bรฉchamel sauce makes it a truly indulgent experience
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Ingredients
For the Bรฉchamel Sauce:
For the Sandwiches:
Instructions
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In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the 2 tablespoons of butter.
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Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
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Slowly pour in the warm milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
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Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 3-5 minutes).
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Remove from heat and stir in the smoked stoneground Dijon mustard, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
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Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each bread slice.
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Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
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Add to the preheated pan in the following order: Slice of bread (butter side down), Canadian bacon, half shredded cheese, top slice of bread (butter side up)
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Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
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While grilling the sandwich, preheat your oven's broiler to high.
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Place the cooked sandwiches on a parchment lined baking sheet.
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Generously spread the prepared bรฉchamel sauce over the top of each sandwich, making sure to cover the entire surface.
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Sprinkle the remaining shredded Swiss cheese over the bรฉchamel.
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Place the baking sheet under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown. Watch it closely to prevent burning.
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While the sandwiches are under the broiler, heat the vegetable oil in a separate, non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.
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Carefully crack the eggs into the pan. Cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny. Season with salt and pepper.
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Carefully remove the sandwiches from the broiler to a serving plate
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Gently slide one fried egg on top of each sandwich.
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Garnish with fresh chives or parsley, if using. Serve immediately and enjoy!
