Name: Croque-Madame
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 3 1/2 ounces coarsely grated Gruyère cheese (1 1/3 cups); 8 slices firm white sandwich bread; 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1/2 pound thinly sliced cooked ham (preferably Black Forest); 4 large eggs

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Croque-MadameRomulo Yanes

Brunch or supper, this croque-monsieur with an egg on top has the charm of a small French bistro in each bite.

Cooks' note:

The egg yolks in this recipe will not be fully cooked, which may be of concern if salmonella is a problem in your area. You can use pasteurized eggs (in the shell) or cook eggs until yolks are set.

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