French Croque Monsieur

Ingredients

• •1 loaf Baguette
• •1 teaspoon Salt
• •150 g Ham
• •0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• •100 g Gruyere cheese
• •2 tablespoons Olive oil
• •3 cloves Garlic
• •1 medium Onion

Instructions

1. 1

   Butter one side of each bread slice with softened butter.

   💡 Add in small pieces to incorporate gradually. Watch for browning - it burns fast.

2. 2

   Layer ham and Gruyere cheese between two bread slices, butter-side out.

   💡 The assembly.

3. 3

   Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place sandwich in pan.

   💡 The finish.

4. 4

   Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook other side.

   💡 Toast until raw smell disappears.

5. 5

   For the bechamel: melt butter, whisk in flour, cook for 1 minute.

   💡 Low and slow yields tender results.

6. 6

   Gradually add milk, whisking constantly until thick. Season with nutmeg.

   💡 Taste and adjust salt last.