Description
A classic French toasted sandwich layered with turkey, melted cheese, and a creamy béchamel sauce, baked until golden and bubbly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices white bread
- 4 slices turkey
- 1 cup grated cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 200°C so it is ready for finishing the sandwich.
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, melt butter, add flour, then slowly whisk in milk until smooth. Add salt, black pepper, and Dijon mustard, and stir until creamy.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly butter the bread slices.
- Assemble the Dish: Layer turkey and cheese between two slices of bread, then place on the skillet.
- Cook to Perfection: Toast until both sides are golden. Transfer to a baking dish, pour béchamel sauce on top, and sprinkle extra cheese.
- Finishing Touches: Bake until the top is bubbly and golden, then let it rest briefly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for better melting and flavor.
- Stir the sauce continuously to avoid lumps.
- Toast the bread lightly before baking for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: croque monsieur, french sandwich, cheesy baked sandwich, béchamel sandwich, turkey cheese toast