Easy Croque Monsieur

This version of a hot croque monsieur sandwich with savory ham and salty cheese, fries the sandwich in a simple batter for a wonderful crispy crunch!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 961 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 6 slices Swiss cheese
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 6 slices white bread
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 4 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
• 12 slices thinly sliced deli ham
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 cup water

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Spread Dijon mustard evenly over butter on 3 slices. Top Dijon layer with 4 slices of ham. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat remaining 2 tablespoons butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Dip both sides of each sandwich in egg mixture. Fry, flipping once or twice, until brown on both sides.

Step 3

Spread 2 tablespoons butter evenly on 1 side of each of the 6 slices of bread. Set 3 slices aside.

Step 4

On 3 remaining slices of buttered bread, spread mayonnaise evenly over butter. Top each with 2 slices of Swiss cheese. Press ham and cheese sides of sandwiches together.

Step 5

Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, eggs, and water in a shallow rimmed plate. Set aside.