Melty Monsieur

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with the Melty Monsieur, a decadent twist on the classic croque monsieur. This recipe features golden, crispy bread slices layered with Dijon mustard, thinly sliced ham, and Gruyère cheese, all crowned with a rich, homemade béchamel sauce for added creaminess. Finished with a bubbling, golden cheese topping achieved in the oven, this hearty delight combines the perfect balance of savory flavors and creamy textures. With just 30 minutes of total prep and cook time, the Melty Monsieur is ideal for a luxurious lunch or a quick, gourmet dinner. Perfectly satisfying and loaded with cheese, it’s a warm, melty masterpiece that will elevate your sandwich game forever.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1.25 cups Whole milk
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.125 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoons Nutmeg
• 1.5 cups Gruyère cheese, shredded
• 4 slices Slices of white bread
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 4 slices Ham, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cups Additional Gruyère cheese, shredded
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil or more butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

To make the béchamel sauce, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and continue whisking for 1 minute to create a roux.

Step 3

Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 4

Season the béchamel sauce with salt, ground black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Stir in 1/2 cup of the shredded Gruyère cheese until melted and fully incorporated. Remove the sauce from heat and set aside.

Step 5

Spread Dijon mustard evenly on one side of each slice of bread.

Step 6

On two of the bread slices (mustard side up), layer a slice of ham and 1/4 cup of Gruyère cheese. Top with the remaining bread slices, mustard side down, forming sandwiches.

Step 7

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter and let it melt. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.

Step 8

Transfer the sandwiches onto the prepared baking sheet. Generously spread the béchamel sauce on top of each sandwich.

Step 9

Sprinkle the additional 1/2 cup of Gruyère cheese over the béchamel-coated sandwiches.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Optional: For a golden, crispy topping, broil the sandwiches for an additional 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let the sandwiches cool for a minute or two before serving. Enjoy your indulgent Melty Monsieur!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	823.6 grams (823.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2020

Total Fat 145.50g	187%
Saturated Fat 72.30g	362%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 434mg	145%
Sodium 4270mg	186%
Total Carbohydrate 78.70g	29%
Dietary Fiber 2.90g	10%
Total Sugars 22.30g
Protein 106.30g	213%

Vitamin D 182IU	911%
Calcium 2664mg	205%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 971mg	21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.9%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 15.4%