Description
Indulge in a delicious gluten-free twist on the classic Croque Madame sandwich, featuring layers of ham, Gruyère cheese, and a creamy béchamel sauce, all topped with a perfectly cooked egg. This recipe is a must-try for anyone looking for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Sandwich:
- 8 slices gluten-free bread
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- 12 slices gluten-free ham (e.g., Boar’s Head)
- 2 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (or a suitable gluten-free alternative)
- 4 large eggs
- Fresh chives (chopped for garnish)
- Microgreens (for serving (optional))
- Freshly cracked black pepper (for serving)
For the Gluten-Free Béchamel Sauce:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 tbsp gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp gluten-free Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the Béchamel Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly until thickened. Stir in mustard, salt, and nutmeg.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Butter one side of each bread slice. Place ham and cheese on unbuttered side of 4 slices. Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side out.
- Cook the Sandwich: In a skillet over medium heat, cook sandwiches until golden brown on both sides.
- Prepare the Eggs: In a separate skillet, fry eggs to desired doneness.
- Assemble the Croque Madame: Place a cooked egg on top of each sandwich. Drizzle with béchamel sauce and garnish with chives, microgreens, and black pepper.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding other ingredients like cooked bacon or vegetables to the sandwich.
- Make sure to use gluten-free ingredients to keep the dish safe for those with gluten sensitivities.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg