Croque-Monsieur with Ham and Comte

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 220°C.

2. 2

   Make the béchamel: melt 20 g butter, add the flour, and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the milk, then cook until thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

3. 3

   Spread 4 slices of bread with a little mustard. Layer on the ham and half the Comte, then close with the remaining slices.

4. 4

   Lightly butter the outside of the sandwiches. Place them on a baking tray.

5. 5

   Spread a thin layer of béchamel over each sandwich, then top with the remaining Comte.

6. 6

   Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, then broil for 1 to 2 minutes until the top is deeply golden and bubbling. Serve at once.