A traditional croque-madame is a heartier version of a croque-monsieur because it’s served with an egg on top of the sandwich. Instead of bechamel and Gruyere, this playful version includes pepper jack, chiles and chipotle. —Lauren Wyler, Dripping Springs, Texas,
Ingredients
- 1 can (7 ounces) whole green chiles, drained
- 8 slices country-style white bread
- 3 tablespoons chipotle mayonnaise
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 1/2 pound sliced deli ham
- 5 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- Fresh minced chives, optional
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Directions
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Nutrition Facts
1 sandwich: 709 calories, 48g fat (23g saturated fat), 308mg cholesterol, 1529mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 35g protein.