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Croque Monsieur is the classic French comfort food—think a luxurious grilled ham and cheese sandwich elevated with a creamy béchamel sauce and golden melted cheese on top. Crispy, gooey, and utterly indulgent, it's perfect for brunch, lunch, or a cozy dinner. The Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater makes quick work of perfectly uniform cheese shreds, so you get that flawless melt every time.

🧀Ingredients (Serves 4)

8 thick slices of good-quality white bread (brioche or pain de mie works best)

8 oz Gruyère cheese

8 thin slices of good-quality ham (about 8–10 oz total)

4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened, plus extra for spreading)

2 tbsp all-purpose flour

1 ½ cups whole milk

Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg

Salt & black pepper to taste

Optional: 2–4 tbsp grated Parmesan for extra golden topping

🔥Step-by-Step Instructions

Make the béchamel sauce

Melt 2 tbsp butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until it smells nutty (no browning). Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened (about 4–5 minutes). Season with a pinch of nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Set aside.

Shred the cheese

Use the fine shredding blade on your cheese shredder hand crank. Secure the stable suction base to your counter, insert the food pusher if needed, and crank the handle to shred all 8 oz of Gruyère into light, uniform shreds. This takes just seconds and ensures even melting.

Assemble the sandwiches

Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each bread slice. Flip 4 slices butter-side down. Layer each with ham slices, then a generous handful of the freshly shredded Gruyère. Top with the remaining bread (butter-side up).

Grill the sandwiches

Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook the sandwiches 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy, pressing gently with a spatula.

Finish with béchamel & extra cheese

Transfer sandwiches to a baking sheet. Spread a thick layer of warm béchamel over the top of each sandwich, then sprinkle generously with remaining shredded Gruyère (and optional Parmesan). Broil for 2–3 minutes until the top is bubbly, golden, and slightly browned.

🥓Variations & Twists

roque Madame: Top each finished sandwich with a fried egg.

Croque Provençal: Add sliced tomato under the ham.

Extra Nutty: Mix a little crushed walnut (using the crushing blade) into the béchamel for subtle crunch.

Lighter Version: Use whole-grain bread and reduce the béchamel layer.

🥪Conclusion

There’s nothing quite like the perfect Croque Monsieur—crispy edges, melty cheese, and that rich, savory béchamel. With the rotary grater making light work of the cheese, you’ll spend less time prepping and more time enjoying every delicious bite.