Croute Savoyarde Recipe

Inspired by a Great Food Live segment and perfected in Switzerland, this Crouton Savoyarde is a culinary masterpiece. Crispy baguette slices topped with a rich, creamy mushroom and shallot sauce, savory Parma ham, and melted cheese – it's a symphony of textures and flavors that will transport you to the heart of the Swiss Alps. This easy-to-follow recipe delivers a restaurant-quality dish in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 1384.5 kcal
Protein 92g
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Ingredients for Croute Savoyarde

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How to Make Croute Savoyarde

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F / Gas Mark 6).
  2. Brush baguette slices with minced garlic and olive oil. Grill or broil until golden brown and crispy.
  3. Arrange the toasted baguette slices in a baking dish. Drizzle with half of the white wine.
  4. Melt butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add shallots and sauté for 1 minute until softened.
  5. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Pour in the remaining white wine and cook for 1 minute, allowing the alcohol to evaporate slightly.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and heat through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Arrange Parma ham slices over the baguette in the baking dish.
  9. Spoon the creamy mushroom mixture evenly over the ham.
  10. Sprinkle generously with Gruyère cheese and drizzle with Kirsch (if using).
  11. Bake for 7-8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
  12. Serve immediately with a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

72 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

184g

Carbs

42g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Croute Savoyarde?

Croute Savoyarde takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Croute Savoyarde?

Croute Savoyarde has approximately 1384.5 calories per serving, with about 92 g protein, 42 g carbohydrates and 116 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Croute Savoyarde?

The key ingredients for Croute Savoyarde are Baguette, Garlic Clove, Olive Oil, White Wine, Morels, Shallots. See the full list with measurements above.

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