@therecipecollector: Craving a classic Croque Monsieur? 🥪 Here's how to make one at home! Ingredients: * 8 slices thick white bread * 8 slices deli ham * 8 slices Swiss cheese * 2 tbsp butter, softened For the Béchamel Sauce: * 2 tbsp butter * 2 tbsp all-purpose flour * 1 1/2 cups whole milk * 1/4 tsp salt * 1/4 tsp black pepper * 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg * 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese (divided) Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish. Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet. 2. Make the béchamel: Melt 2 tbsp butter, whisk in flour for 1 min. Gradually add milk, whisking until smooth. Season with salt, pepper, nutmeg. Cook until thick. Stir in 1/2 cup Gruyère until melted. Remove from heat. 3. Butter one side of each bread slice. 4. On 4 slices (buttered side down), layer ham and Swiss cheese. Top with remaining bread. 5. Place sandwiches on the baking sheet. 6. Spread béchamel generously over the tops. 7. Sprinkle remaining Gruyère over each. 8. Bake for 10-15 mins, until cheese is melted and golden. Broil for 1-2 mins for a deep golden crust. 9. Remove, let rest briefly. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley and serve hot and cheesy! 🧀 #CroqueMonsieur #Recipe #ComfortFood #Homemade #CheeseLover

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