Description
A mortadella croque-monsieur without béchamel offers the ultimate comfort food: crispy on the outside, meltingly cheesy inside, and ready in just minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend brunches, this no-fuss recipe relies on pantry staples and a quick oven bake for consistently delicious results.
Ingredients
- 4 slices sandwich bread
- Grated cheese: Emmental, Gruyère, or your favorite blend (about 120–150 g)
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp crème fraîche (or heavy cream)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Slices of mortadella (as much as you like)
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 200 °C (400 °F), fan setting if possible, and line a baking sheet with parchment.
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Whisk together the egg, milk, and cream. Add a pinch of salt and some black pepper.
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Lay out two bread slices on the baking sheet. Brush each with about a teaspoon of the egg mixture (don’t soak!).
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Scatter a generous handful of grated cheese over each slice.
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Add a layer of mortadella to cover the cheese.
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Top with another handful of cheese.
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Place the remaining bread slices on top. Lightly brush the tops with more egg mixture.
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Finish with a final layer of cheese.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, until perfectly golden. Adjust time for your preferred crispiness.
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Let rest for 2 minutes, slice, and serve hot!
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Sandwich, snack
- Cuisine: French recipe
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal