French Croque Monsieur
France's ultimate toasted sandwich: ham and melted cheese smothered in velvety béchamel, baked until golden and gloriously bubbling.
Contains common allergens
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Instructions
6 steps- 1
Make the béchamel sauce: Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Stir in a pinch of salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
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