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Croque Monsieur is a fancy way to say grilled cheese on French toast.
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It's absolutely delicious and so simple to make.
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This version is a little off the wall, but let's get bold.
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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
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To a sauce pot add 30-ounces milk, English tea bag, and tarragon.
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Place on low heat and bring to a simmer, cook for 10 minutes.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add oil and 2 tablespoons butter.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and 1/4 cup milk.
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Add 3 tablespoons salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
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Place the sliced almonds in a bowl.
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Dip the bread slices into the egg batter, and then into the almonds and place in a hot pan.
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Cook about 2 minutes per side, or until nice deep brown.
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Drain on paper towel and transfer to a sheet pan.
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Add 1 slice ham and a generous helping of cheese to the bread.
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Place the sheet pan in the oven and cook until the cheese melts and starts to brown.
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While the monsieurs are baking, place a saucepot onto the stove and turn to medium-high heat.
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Melt 3 tablespoons butter and saute the onions until light brown.
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Add the flour and mix until blended.
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Strain the tea milk into the pot and whisk vigorously.
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When the sauce is thick add the Parmesan cheese and parsley.
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Turn off the heat.
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Remove the monsieurs from the oven and slather with the bechamel sauce.
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Plate and serve.
