Description
Indulge in a delicious gluten-free version of the classic Croque Madame, featuring layers of ham and Gruyère cheese topped with a creamy béchamel sauce, all sandwiched between buttery gluten-free bread slices.
Ingredients
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For the Sandwich:
- 8 slices gluten-free bread
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- 12 slices gluten-free ham
- 2 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 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: Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually pour in milk, stirring continuously until thickened. Add mustard, salt, and nutmeg, then set aside.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Butter bread slices, layer ham, Gruyère cheese, and béchamel sauce. Top with another slice of bread.
- Cook the Sandwiches: Cook sandwiches in a skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Fry eggs, place on top of sandwiches, garnish with chives, microgreens, and black pepper.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding different meats or cheeses to suit your taste preferences.
- Ensure all ingredients are gluten-free to maintain the integrity of the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
Keywords: gluten-free, Croque Madame, sandwich recipe, French cuisine, breakfast idea