Croque Monsieur Recipe with Goat Cheese and Mushrooms
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
348 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
French
Croque Monsieur Recipe with Goat Cheese and Mushrooms
Description
The recipe begins by preparing a béchamel sauce from butter, flour, and whole milk, seasoned with salt, white pepper, and a touch of grated nutmeg for warmth. This sauce coats lightly toasted bread slices, imparting creaminess and moisture. Fresh thyme adds a subtle herbal note over the sauce.
Goat cheese broken into small pieces is layered next, followed by freshly sautéed mushrooms, which provide earthy umami character. The sandwich is topped with grated Gruyère cheese and broiled or air-fried until bubbly and golden, creating a rich, cheesy crust.
Served cut in half and garnished with thyme, the sandwich balances soft, tangy goat cheese and meaty mushrooms with the smooth béchamel and crisp bread. It pairs well with pickles or a light salad to counterbalance the richness.
Using high-quality ingredients, especially fresh mushrooms and artisan bread, enhances the overall flavor and texture. The method is straightforward yet yields a layered and satisfying open-faced sandwich experience.
Ingredients
Béchamel sauce:
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 3 ½ Tbsp flour
- 1 ½ cup milk whole
- ½ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp white pepper (freshly ground)
- ⅛ tsp nutmeg (dash, grated)
Bread:
- 4 lices bread (fresh- artisan-style, crusty bread, very lightly toasted)
Toppings:
- ⅛ tsp thyme pinch, fresh
- 3 oz goat cheese (in small pieces)
- 8 oz mushroom freshly sautéed- can be portobello, crimini, white, or any type you prefer, sliced
- 2 oz gruyere cheese (to sprinkle on top)
Instructions
- Make the Béchamel Sauce by placing the butter in a small pot over low heat to melt, then add the flour. Stir and cook for a few minutes, then begin adding the milk a little at a time. Continue stirring and adding until it's all used and you have a creamy sauce. Add the salt, pepper and nutmeg and taste to adjust seasoning.
- Spread some of the Béchamel Sauce onto each slice of lightly toasted bread until it is covered. Sprinkle with some fresh thyme.
- Next, add the goat cheese to each piece and top with the mushrooms of your choice.
- Sprinkle with some Gruyère cheese and grill/broil until hot and bubbly. Works well in an air fryer, too.
- Cut in half to serve, put on a plate and garnish with some thyme. Add some colorful pickles or salad to the plate.
Notes
- Use high-quality, fresh ingredients such as artisan-style bread and fresh mushrooms for best flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 348 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 348kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 783mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 398mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 681IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 327mg | 33% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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