This site uses only a few technical cookies necessary for its operation. By continuing to browse, you accept their use.
To find out more...
To find out more...
Soft Croque-monsieur with 3 cheeses
A croque-monsieur, soft, a bit inspired by French toast, and topped with cheeses before a trip to the oven.
29 K 3.9/5 (7 reviews)
50 min.
Easy
4.55 €
4 people
8 IngredientsLast modified on: April 9th 2023
For 4 people, you will need:
- 1
8 slices bread - 2
50 g Comté cheese - 3
50 g Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano) - 4
50 g Mimolette - 5
2 eggs - 6
100 g liquid cream - 7
salt - 8
pepper - Total weight: 750 grams
Times for this recipe
Preparation: 20 min.
Cooking: 30 min.
All in all: 50 min.
If you start now, at , you will finish around : ?.Change start time
To finish around 7pm, you'll need to have started before: .Change end time
Step by step recipe
Stage 1 - ⌛ 3 min.
If not already done, cut 8 slices bread (not too thick).
Stage 2 - ⌛ 5 min.
Grate 50 g Comté cheese, 50 g Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano) and 50 g Mimolette, mix.
Stage 3 - ⌛ 3 min.
Stage 4
Place the slices of bread in a large dish and sprinkle them with the egg-cream mixture, turn them over to soak each side.
Depending on the number of slices, proceed in several times.
Preheat your oven to 210°C (410°F)
Depending on the number of slices, proceed in several times.
Preheat your oven to 210°C (410°F)
Stage 5 - ⌛ 5 min.
As you do so, place the slices on a baking sheet, possibly protected by a sheet of baking paper.
Stage 6 - ⌛ 15 min.
Place in the oven for about 15 minutes to start browning the bread slices.
Stage 7 - ⌛ 3 min.
Remove from the oven and top with grated cheese 1 slice on 2...
Stage 8 - ⌛ 15 min.
...then close the croque-monsieur and return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes.
Stage 9
Enjoy hot or warm.
Remarks
The cheeses to use are to your taste, not necessarily the trio Comté-Parmesan-Mimolette, do not hesitate to innovate.
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 recipe | 630 RDI=240 % | 4,600 RDI=430 % | 160 RDI=30 % | 1,920 RDI=100 % | 8,060 RDI: 100 % |
| Per 100 g | 80 RDI=30 % | 610 RDI=60 % | 20 RDI=3 % | 260 RDI=10 % | 1,070 RDI: 10 % |
| Per person | 160 RDI=60 % | 1,150 RDI=110 % | 40 RDI=6 % | 480 RDI=20 % | 2,010 RDI: 20 % |
How much will it cost?
- For 4 people : 4.55 €
- Per person : 1.15 €
Change currency:
Note: Be careful, these prices are only an estimate, you can consult the table of prices by ingredients used for this estimate.
This recipe uses (among others)
Liquid cream
Like these other recipes: Panna cotta, Pumpkin (or potimarron) soup, Langoustine gratin, Pear and chocolate tart with a hint of mint, Roquefort sauce, ... See them all 171
Comté cheese
Like these other recipes: Eggs Florentine, Salmon and spinach quiche, Carrot salad with almonds and Comté cheese, Small cheese and bacon rolls , Brioche tart with Comté cheese, ... See them all 43
Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano)
Like these other recipes: Raw beetroot salad, Spinach and ricotta ravioli, Roast Brussels sprouts with sage and lemon, Spaghetti with smoked salmon, Spring Bread, ... See them all 63
Mimolette
Like these other recipes: Leek and Mimolette tart, Pea and avocado salad, Purple artichokes in a cheesy gratin, Fried cheese toasties with avocado, Potato gratin with 3 cheeses, ... See them all 6
Other recipes you may also like
Nougatine
Nougatine is a delicious nut toffee: caramel mixed with toasted flaked almonds. Not a dessert in itself, it is often used to decorate cakes and pastries. But those who enjoy good things are sure to want to eat it on its own! March 29th 2018353 K4 35 min.
Turnip top soup
It may no longer be widely known these days, but the leafy tops of certain root vegetables are edible, so it's a shame to waste them. Better still, the leaves can be made into interesting accompaniments for their root vegetable, or soups with amazing flavours. In this recipe, I will show you how to make a soup with turnip and radish leaves. April 10th 201970 K 45 min.
Chestnut cake
This delightful cake is doubly chestnutty: it contains chestnut flour, and sweet chestnut purée. August 28th 2025353 K5 1 hour 15 min.
Fruit crumble
A fruit pudding: very easy to do and delicious: just a layer of fruit with a golden crunchy topping. February 21th 2011371 K4.0 1 hour 15 min.
Caramelised apple pie
Apple pie made with caramelised apples. September 11th 2018272 K4.3 1 hour 55 min.
News list of cooking-ez.com
Sign up to receive the latest recipes (next batch due to be sent on 2025-11-23)
Note: We'll never share your e-mail address with anyone else.
Post a comment or question
Follow this recipe
If you are interested in this recipe, you can "follow" it, by entering your email address here. You will then receive a notification immediately each time the recipe is modified or a new comment is added. Please note that you will need to confirm this following.
Note: We'll never share your e-mail address with anyone else.
Alternatively: you can subscribe to the mailing list of cooling-ez.com , you will receive a e-mail for each new recipe published on the site.