Croque Madame Casserole Recipe

Name: Croque Madame Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, plus 2 tablespoons for eggs; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups milk; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 3/4 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon pepper, plus more for seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 10 to 12 slices white bread; 3/4 pound deli ham; 1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) grated Gruyere, reserve some for top of casserole; 6 eggs

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, plus 2 tablespoons for eggs
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper, plus more for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
10 to 12 slices white bread
3/4 pound deli ham
1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) grated Gruyere, reserve some for top of casserole
6 eggs

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
2
Melt 6 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over low heat until bubbling.
3
Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
4
Slowly whisk in the milk and cook until thick and bubbling, 3 to 5 minutes more.
5
Whisk in the mustard, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
6
Pour a thin layer of the sauce into the prepared baking dish and cover it with 5 or 6 slices of the bread, then slices of the ham and an even layer of the Gruyere.
7
Repeat the layers once more, ending with a third layer of sauce to cover all.
8
Bake the casserole for 30 minutes.
9
Remove it from the oven and cut into 6 equal pieces.
10
Working in 2 batches, melt 1tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
11
Crack 3 eggs into the skillet and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
12
Cook until the whites are nearly set, about 3 minutes.
13
Carefully flip the eggs and continue cooking until the whites are completely set, about 1 minute more.
14
You're going to top each portion of the casserole with a fried egg.
15
Repeat with the remaining 3 eggs and 1 tablespoon butter.
16
Top with Gruyere and it in the oven for a few minutes until cheese melts.

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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.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, plus 2 tablespoons for eggs, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 cups milk, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, and more.

Yes, Croque Madame Casserole 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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Croque Madame Casserole

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