Two-Cheese Croque-Monsieurs Recipe

Name: Two-Cheese Croque-Monsieurs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Twelve 1/2-inch-thick slices dense peasant or sourdough bread; 6 ounces thinly sliced Gruyere cheese; 1 pound thinly sliced baked smoked ham; 12 arugula leaves, stemmed; 1 cup shredded sharp English Cheddar cheese (6 ounces); 3 large eggs, beaten; 1 tablespoon water; 1 tablespoon finely chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped tarragon; 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped thyme; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; Whole grain mustard, for serving

Servings: persons

Twelve 1/2-inch-thick slices dense peasant or sourdough bread
6 ounces thinly sliced Gruyere cheese
1 pound thinly sliced baked smoked ham
12 arugula leaves, stemmed
1 cup shredded sharp English Cheddar cheese (6 ounces)
3 large eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped tarragon
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped thyme
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Whole grain mustard, for serving

1
Top half of the bread slices with the Gruyere and ham.
2
Trim the overhang and add to the sandwiches.
3
Top with the arugula and Cheddar.
4
In a bowl, beat the eggs with the water.
5
Dip 1 side of the remaining bread slices into the egg; top the sandwiches with the bread, egg side up, and sprinkle with the parsley, tarragon and thyme.
6
Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter on a cast-iron griddle.
7
Add the sandwiches, egg side up, and cook over moderately low heat until golden on the bottom, about 4 minutes; transfer to a work surface.
8
Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter on the griddle.
9
Return the sandwiches to the griddle, egg side down.
10
Cook, pressing lightly with a spatula, until golden and the cheese is melted, 3 to 4 minutes longer.
11
Cut the sandwiches in half and serve with mustard.

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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: Twelve 1/2-inch-thick slices dense peasant or sourdough bread, 6 ounces thinly sliced Gruyere cheese, 1 pound thinly sliced baked smoked ham, 12 arugula leaves, stemmed, and more.

Yes, Two-Cheese Croque-Monsieurs 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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Two-Cheese Croque-Monsieurs

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