Grilled ham and bechamel sandwiches


Grilled ham and bechamel sandwiches
Tartines topped with a generous layer of béchamel sauce, grilled ham cubes and baked au gratin.
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Last modified on: May 21th 2023
For 4 pieces, you will need:

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Times for this recipe
Preparation: 25 min.
Cooking: 30 min.
All in all: 55 min.
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Stage 1 - 3 min.
Grilled ham and bechamel sandwiches : Stage 1
Cut 200 g ham in small dices.

I use here a heel of ham, but no problem to use slices, cut them if possible in strips in this case.

Stage 2 - 3 min.
Grilled ham and bechamel sandwiches : Stage 2
Prepare 1 shallot and slice it.

Stage 3 - 1 min.
Grilled ham and bechamel sandwiches : Stage 3
In a small skillet over medium heat, pour in 2 tablespoons olive oil and when hot add the shallot.

Season with salt and pepper and cook for 1 minute, stirring.

Stage 4 - 1 min.
Grilled ham and bechamel sandwiches : Stage 4
Add the ham...

Stage 5 - 8 min.
Grilled ham and bechamel sandwiches : Stage 5
...and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.

Stage 6 - 1 min.
Grilled ham and bechamel sandwiches : Stage 6
Remove from heat and add chopped parsley.

Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).

Stage 7 - 3 min.
Grilled ham and bechamel sandwiches : Stage 7
Place 4 slices bread in a baking sheet protected by a sheet of baking paper.

You can toast the slices (like the ones on the left in the photo) if you like the crunchiness, but it's not necessary.

Stage 8 - 5 min.
Grilled ham and bechamel sandwiches : Stage 8
Spread each slice of bread with a generous layer of béchamel.

Stage 9 - 3 min.
Grilled ham and bechamel sandwiches : Stage 9
Spread the grilled ham.

Stage 10 - 3 min.
Grilled ham and bechamel sandwiches : Stage 10
Sprinkle with grated cheese.

Stage 11 - 20 min.
Grilled ham and bechamel sandwiches : Stage 11
Put in the oven for about 20 minutes, watch the coloring and don't hesitate to finish with a small blow of grill.

Stage 12
Grilled ham and bechamel sandwiches : Stage 12
Serve hot or warm.
Remarks
You can replace the ham with lardons, or even leftover cold cuts.
Keeping: Best eaten fresh from the oven, but can be reheated.
Source: Home made.
Nutritional information
Proteins (gr)Carbohydrates (gr)Fats (gr)Energy value (in k-calories)Energy value (in k-joules)
Whole recipe360 RDI=140 %2,380 RDI=220 %190 RDI=30 %1,830 RDI=90 %7,670 RDI: 90 %
Per 100 g50 RDI=20 %360 RDI=30 %30 RDI=4 %280 RDI=10 %1,150 RDI: 10 %
Per piece90 RDI=30 %590 RDI=60 %50 RDI=7 %460 RDI=20 %1,920 RDI: 20 %
The % figures are calculated in relation to the Recommended Dietary Intake , or RDI of 2,000 k-calories (or 8,400 k-joules) per day for a woman Change to a man
Possible allergens in this recipe: Gluten, milk
How much will it cost?
  • For 4 pieces : 3.25 €
  • Per piece : 0.85 €

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