Croque Monsieur

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Melt butter, stir in flour for 1 minute and whisk in milk gradually. Simmer 3 minutes to thicken; add nutmeg.

2. 02

   Step 2

   Heat oven to 220°C. Lightly toast bread and spread four slices with mustard.

3. 03

   Step 3

   Layer ham and half the cheese on the mustard slices, then cover with remaining bread.

4. 04

   Step 4

   Spread béchamel over sandwich tops and sprinkle with remaining cheese.

5. 05

   Step 5

   Bake 10–12 minutes until hot throughout and golden; finish briefly under the grill if needed.