French Ham And Cheese Sandwich Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 400掳F (200掳C).
• STEP 2.Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on one side of each slice of bread.
• STEP 3.Place a slice of ham and a generous amount of Gruyere cheese on the mustard side of one slice of bread.
• STEP 4.Top with another slice of bread, mustard side down.
• STEP 5.In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to make a roux.
• STEP 6.Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture thickens and comes to a simmer.
• STEP 7.Remove from heat and stir in the grated Gruyere cheese until melted and smooth.
• STEP 8.Spread the bechamel sauce over the top of the sandwich.
• STEP 9.Place the sandwich on a baking sheet and bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• STEP 10.Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• You can use any type of bread for this sandwich, but a crusty French baguette or sourdough bread works best.
• For extra flavor, you can add a slice of tomato or a fried egg to the sandwich before baking.
• If you don't have Gruyere cheese, you can substitute it with Swiss or Emmental cheese.

Storage and Serving

• This sandwich is best served hot and fresh from the oven.
• If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• To reheat, place the sandwich in a preheated oven at 350掳F (175掳C) for about 10 minutes, or until heated through.