Quick Croque Madames

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   Preheat the broiler on low.

2. 2

   Gently dry the bread under the broiler, just until dry and with no browning.

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   In a small bowl, toss the cheese with the white wine and allow to sit.

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   Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together the sour cream, garlic, mustard, salt, and pepper.

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   On a baking sheet, lay out the bread slices.

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   Take less than one-quarter of the sour cream mixture and divide evenly among the bread slices, spreading thinly to coat 1 side of each slice.

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   Next, evenly distribute the ham on top of the bread.

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   Divide the rest of the sour cream mixture over the ham.

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   Spoon the cheese on top of the sour cream mixture, blotting lightly before adding to remove any excess wine.

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    Preheat a large, nonstick saute pan over medium heat and melt the butter.

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    Crack the eggs into the pan and fry, either over-easy or sunny-side up, according to your preference.

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    While the eggs are cooking, place the open-faced sandwiches under the broiler until very bubbly and lightly browned, about 3 minutes.

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    Watch closely and don't let the topping burn.

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    Place each sandwich on a plate.

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    Season the fried eggs with salt and pepper and place 1 egg on each sandwich.

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    (If desired, use a biscuit cutter to cut the egg into an evenly round shape.)

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.