Croque Madame Casserole - Paula Deen Recipe

Name: Croque Madame Casserole - Paula Deen
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups milk; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated; 10 -12 slices white bread (or sour dough); 3/4 lb deli ham, thinly sliced; 1 1/2 cups gruyere cheese, grated, reserve some for top of casserole; 6 eggs

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated
10 -12 slices white bread (or sour dough)
3/4 lb deli ham, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups gruyere cheese, grated, reserve some for top of casserole
6 eggs

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.(or larger dish)
2
Melt 6 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over low heat until bubbling. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
3
Slowly whisk in the milk and cook until thick and bubbling, 3 to 5 minutes more.
4
Whisk in the mustard, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
5
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.
6
Repeat the layers once more, ending with a third layer of sauce to cover all.
7
Bake the casserole for 30 minutes.
8
Working in 2 batches, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
9
Crack 3 eggs into the skillet and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook until the whites are nearly set, about 3 minutes.
10
Carefully flip the eggs and continue cooking until the whites are slightly set, they will cook more under the broiler.
11
You're going to top portions of the casserole with a fried egg. Repeat with the remaining 3 eggs.
12
Top with Gruyere and put in the oven for a few minutes until cheese melts, watching carefully so it does not burn.
13
Cut into 6 pieces so each has an egg and serve.

781

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 unsalted butter, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 cups milk, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, and more.

Yes, Croque Madame Casserole - Paula Deen 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 - Paula Deen

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