Top Secret Gourmet Croque Madame Recipe: Unleashing Pure Delicious

This recipe is a favorite in my family! I take a French class and I bring these little sandwiches to the French meeting. This typical French delectable is always on the menu in little French cafes.

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
1
Yield:
1 serving

Ingredients

  • 1tablespoonbutter

  • 1cupshredded Cheddar cheese

  • 2thick sliceswhite bread

  • 2slicesham

  • 1egg

Cooking Directions

  1. Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Mix in the cheese once it is melted. Dip each slice of bread into the melted cheese, coating both sides.

  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place one slice of bread into the skillet and top with 2 slices of ham. Place the second piece of bread on top. Fry until golden on each side, then remove from the skillet and set aside.

  3. Fry the egg in the hot skillet to your liking: easy, medium, or well done. Place the fried egg on top of the sandwich and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe1
Calories889
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
64g
82%
Saturated Fat
38g
192%
Cholesterol
361mg
120%
Sodium
1417mg
62%
Total Carbohydrate
33g
12%
Dietary Fiber
1g
5%
Total Sugars
4g
Protein
45g
Calcium
1115mg
86%
Iron
4mg
23%
Potassium
266mg
6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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