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Baked Croque Monsieur Recipe

Elevate your classic Croque Monsieur with this impressive casserole recipe! A delightful fusion of French toast and gooey ham and cheese, baked to golden perfection. This crowd-pleasing dish from the King Arthur Flour Bakers' Catalogue is incredibly easy to make and perfect for brunch, lunch, or a comforting dinner. Get ready for layers of buttery bread, savory ham, melted cheese, and a creamy custard base – pure cheesy, bread-y goodness!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 78 mins
Calories 486.6 kcal
Protein 56g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Croque Monsieur

  • 1 loaf (about 1 pound) white bread
  • Not used
  • 8 ounces thinly sliced deli ham
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • Not used
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 ounces grated Gruyère cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Baked Croque Monsieur

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. Remove crusts from 1 loaf (about 1 pound) of bread, if desired. Cut bread into slices to fit the pan, creating an even bottom layer.
  3. Sprinkle half (about 4 ounces) of the grated Gruyère cheese over the bread.
  4. Layer 8 ounces thinly sliced deli ham over the cheese.
  5. Thinly slice 1/2 medium yellow onion and distribute evenly over the ham.
  6. Top with remaining 4 ounces of Gruyère cheese.
  7. Arrange the remaining bread slices on top of the cheese, creating a second layer.
  8. Gently press down on the bread to compact the layers.
  9. In a medium bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  10. Slowly pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring all layers are moistened.
  11. Cover the baking pan and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
  12. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons melted butter, and 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese.
  13. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the casserole.
  14. Bake for 42-48 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
  15. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before cutting and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

61 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

66g

Carbs

12g

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