Croque His Recipe

Name: Croque His
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces bacon, cut into 1/2-inch-thick strips (about 8 slices); Unsalted butter, if needed; 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk; Freshly grated nutmeg; 1/4 cup shredded Roquefort cheese; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Unsalted butter; 8 slices brioche bread, each 1/2-inch thick; 6 ounces Comte cheese, grated (about 2 cups); Crushed red pepper, for garnish; Chopped chives, for garnish

Servings: persons

8 ounces bacon, cut into 1/2-inch-thick strips (about 8 slices)
Unsalted butter, if needed
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
Freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 cup shredded Roquefort cheese
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Unsalted butter
8 slices brioche bread, each 1/2-inch thick
6 ounces Comte cheese, grated (about 2 cups)
Crushed red pepper, for garnish
Chopped chives, for garnish

1
For the sauce: Heat a high-sided skillet to medium heat.
2
Add the bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 15 minutes.
3
Remove the bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate and reserve for later use.
4
Reserve the bacon fat in the pan and add butter if needed to equal a total of 6 tablespoons of fat.
5
In the same skillet over medium heat, add the flour and whisk until blonde, 2 to 3 minutes.
6
Slowly whisk in the milk until combined.
7
Add some nutmeg, and simmer until thick, about 10 minutes.
8
Whisk in the Roquefort until mostly smooth and season with salt and black pepper.
9
For the sandwich: Preheat the broiler with a rack on the middle shelf and heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
10
Spread some butter on one side of each slice of bread and place butter-side down on the hot skillet for 1 minute.
11
Top each slice of bread with a layer of the Comte and cover with an inverted bowl to melt the cheese, about 2 minutes.
12
Once the cheese is bubbly and melted, place a layer of the crispy bacon on half of the slices.
13
Close the sandwiches with the remaining bread slices, and transfer to a baking sheet.
14
Cover with the Funky Mornay Sauce and broil until browned in spots.
15
Garnish with crushed red pepper and chopped chives.

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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: 8 ounces bacon, cut into 1/2-inch-thick strips (about 8 slices), Unsalted butter, if needed, 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 2 cups whole milk, and more.

Yes, Croque His falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Croque His

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