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Croque Madame

Melt-In-Your-Mouth Croque Madame Casserole for Brunch Bliss

Experience a delightful twist on a classic with this creamy Croque Madame Casserole, perfect for brunch gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 8 slices day-old brioche buttery, slightly sweet base
  • 8 ounces Gruyère cheese shredded, can substitute with Emmental or Swiss
  • 8 ounces turkey ham sliced, could replace with sautéed mushrooms or spinach
For the Béchamel Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons butter essential for richness
  • 1/4 cup flour for thickening
  • 3 cups whole milk for creaminess
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard adds tangy flavor
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg for warmth and complexity
For the Eggs
  • 4 large eggs for perfect runny yolks, add in the last 10 minutes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream for custard-like texture

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Medium saucepan
  • large baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients.
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in 1/4 cup of flour for about 2 minutes. Gradually add in 3 cups of whole milk while whisking until thickened.
  3. In a large baking dish, layer half of the day-old brioche slices, add 8 ounces of turkey ham, then 1 cup of Gruyère cheese. Pour half of the béchamel sauce over the layers.
  4. Repeat the layers with the remaining brioche, turkey ham, and Gruyère cheese. Pour the rest of the béchamel sauce over the top.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together 4 eggs and 1/2 cup of heavy cream. Pour this mixture evenly over the casserole.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the casserole is bubbling and golden-brown.
  7. Let it cool for a few minutes, then serve warm, with optional eggs on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 22gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 190mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use slightly stale brioche for the best texture. This casserole can be assembled the night before and refrigerated before baking.

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