Baked Croque Monsieur Recipe

Name: Baked Croque Monsieur
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 slices white bread; 3/4 lb cheddar cheese, sliced; 3/4 lb ham, sliced; 1 medium onion, thinly sliced; 6 large eggs; 2 1/2 cups milk; 1 teaspoon herbs, of your choice; 1 teaspoon salt; TOPPING; 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs (Japanese-style bread crumbs); 3 tablespoons butter; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

16 slices white bread
3/4 lb cheddar cheese, sliced
3/4 lb ham, sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
6 large eggs
2 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon herbs, of your choice
1 teaspoon salt
TOPPING
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs (Japanese-style bread crumbs)
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

1
Butter a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2
Remove the crust from the bread, if you wish. Place them into the greased baking dish, cutting slices in half, as necessary, to completely cover the bottom of the pan.
3
Top with half of the cheese, the ham, sliced onion, and the remaining cheese; and the remaining bread.
4
Press the sandwiches together.
5
Beat the eggs, milk and seasoning together. Pour slowly over the bread.
6
Cover and place in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight.
7
About 1 hour before serving, preheat the oven to 400u00b0F. Mix the breadcrumbs with the melted butter and grated cheese. Sprinkle over the sandwiches.
8
Bake for 42 to 48 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the eggs set.
9
Remove from the oven and allow to rest 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 slices white bread, 3/4 lb cheddar cheese, sliced, 3/4 lb ham, sliced, 1 medium onion, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Baked Croque Monsieur falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Baked Croque Monsieur

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Variations & substitutions

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