Croque-monsieur in a frying pan by Cyril Lignac:a gourmet recipe, ready in a few minutes!

On lazy days, when you don't know what to cook and the fridge is desperately empty, the croque-monsieur is our best ally! This hot sandwich , which is said to have been invented by Michel Lunarca, a Parisian bistro, is easily prepared in a few minutes. Few ingredients are needed to make it. In general, it consists of fresh sandwich bread, topped with ham, a good dose of béchamel and covered with grated cheese. A savory and toasted preparation that delights young and old . Chef Cyril Lignac understood this well since last April he invited the viewers of his show "Tous en cuisine" to make his recipe for the crispy pan-fried croque-monsieur . An express but just as tasty variation.

Cyril Lignac's skillet croque-monsieur recipe

Ingredients for 8 croque-monsieur:

• 16 slices of white bread
• 200 g grated Emmental, Parmesan or Gruyère according to your taste
• 100 g fresh cream
• 1 egg
• Nutmeg or cumin powder
• 100g butter
• 100g sliced ​​white ham or turkey
• A bunch of chives
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Preparation steps:

1. In a blender or food processor, combine the crème fraîche, grated cheese, egg and nutmeg.
2. Melt the butter in the microwave for a few minutes. Book.
3. Brush one of the two sides of the bread with the creamy preparation.
4. On one slice, place a slice of ham and close the croque-monsieur.
5. Use a brush to butter both sides of the croque-monsieur.
6. In a frying pan, pour a drizzle of olive oil and place the croque-monsieur. Heat everything over low heat for a few minutes. Turn halfway through cooking so the cheese can melt.
7. Serve, add chopped chives on top and enjoy!

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Fruit salad by Cyril Lignac:a fresh and gourmet recipe for summer

Cyril Lignac's lemon tart:his "ultra-easy" and absolutely delicious recipe ("It's so soft and moist!")

Fish and chips from Cyril Lignac:a tasty and crispy recipe just the way we like it!