Croque Madame Sandwiches

Rating: 3.58 stars
12 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 4
  • 4 star values: 2
  • 3 star values: 4
  • 2 star values: 1
  • 1 star values: 1

Your typical grilled cheese just got a tres chic update thanks to the addition of ham, nutty gruyere, and a fried egg.

Everyday Food, May 2011

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Recipe Summary

prep:
20 mins
total:
20 mins
Yield:
Makes 8
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Ingredients

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Spread 1/2 teaspoon butter on each bread slice and place 8 slices, butter side down, on a rimmed baking sheet. Divide cheese and ham evenly among slices, season with salt and pepper, and top with remaining bread slices, butter side up. Bake until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted, about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

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  • Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, melt 2 teaspoons butter over medium. Cook 4 eggs until whites are set and yolks are still runny, about 4 minutes; transfer to a plate and keep warm. Repeat with remaining butter and eggs. Top each sandwich with 1 egg. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

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Reviews (2)

12 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 4
  • 4 star values: 2
  • 3 star values: 4
  • 2 star values: 1
  • 1 star values: 1
Anonymous
Rating: Unrated
07/20/2011
My mom used to make a quicker and easier version of this sandwich with an egg. Simply put the ham and cheese between the bread, no need to butter. Dip the sandwich in to a beaten egg (you can add herbs if you want) and cook in a non stick pan or grilled cheese machine (or whatever they're called!)
Anonymous
Rating: 5 stars
05/09/2011
This is a good one. Kids can do this for their Mothers and Fathers Day spread. Time saving by baking the prepared sandwich in the oven and not grilling as you would a grilled cheese sandwich. Make enough for a bite later in the day.
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