"French Croque Monsieur - Gruyere and black forest ham are smothered with bechamel sauce to make this delicious indulgent hot sandwich!..."
INGREDIENTS
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3 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups milk (scalded)
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⅛ teaspoon nutmeg (ground)
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¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
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¼ teaspoon white pepper
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8 slices white bread (thick sliced)
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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12 slices black forest ham (thinly sliced)
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8 ounces Gruyere cheese (shredded)
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1 teaspoon Herbes de Provence