Croque Madame With Spinach Salad
This recipe combines the comforting flavors of gooey melted cheese, savory ham, and tangy mustard, all layered on a crispy slice of crusty bread. Topped with a perfectly fried egg and a zesty spinach salad, this croque-madame is a delightful twist on a classic French dish.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 thick slice crusty white bread
- 1½ tsp wholegrain or Dijon mustard
- 2 thin slices ham , trimmed of fat
- 50g mature cheddar or other melting cheese, grated
- ½ tsp cider or white wine vinegar
- 1 tsp mild olive oil , plus a little for frying
- 1 egg
- handful baby-leaf spinach from 100g bag
- few cornichons (optional)
Instructions
- Heat grill to high and lightly toast the bread on both sides. Spread 1 tsp mustard over one side, then top with the ham and cheese. Whisk the remaining mustard and vinegar with 1 tsp oil and seasoning.
- Grill the croque for 3 mins, or until the cheese is bubbling and turning golden. Meanwhile, heat a non-stick frying pan. Add a little oil, then crack in the egg and gently fry to your liking. When cooked, lift it on top of the toast. Toss the dressing with the spinach, and cornichons if using, then eat straight away.
Cook Time
10M
Prep Time
PT5M
Yield
Serves 1
Nutrition
- Calories: 504 calories
- Fat Content: 33 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 14 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 22 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 3 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 2 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 32 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 3.1 milligram of sodium
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