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Bobby Flay Croque Madame

Bobby Flay Croque Madame
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A Croque Madame is a French ham and cheese sandwich covered in béchamel sauce, toasted to golden perfection, and crowned with a fried egg. Bobby Flay’s version emphasizes quality ingredients, a silky sauce, and precise technique for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Ingredients

  • Thick-cut white bread – 4 slices

  • Black forest ham – 4–6 slices

  • Gruyère cheese (shredded) – 1 cup

  • Unsalted butter – 2 tablespoons

  • All-purpose flour – 2 tablespoons

  • Whole milk (warm) – 1½ cups

  • Nutmeg (freshly grated) – A pinch

  • Salt and pepper – To taste

  • Dijon mustard – 1 tablespoon

  • Large eggs – 2

  • Olive oil or butter (for frying eggs) – 1 tablespoon

Instructions

  • Make the béchamel sauce – Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add warm milk, whisking until smooth and thick. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

  • Toast the bread – Lightly butter each slice and toast until golden on a skillet or in a toaster oven.

  • Assemble the sandwich – Spread Dijon mustard on two slices of bread. Add ham and some Gruyère, then top with the other slices.

  • Top and broil – Spoon béchamel over each sandwich and sprinkle with more Gruyère. Broil until bubbly and browned.

  • Fry the eggs – In a skillet, heat olive oil or butter and cook eggs sunny-side-up or to your preference.

  • Serve immediately – Top each sandwich with a fried egg and serve hot.

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