A French classic, but make it Boudreaux-style 🔥 This Croque Madame is golden, cheesy, saucy—and crowned with a fried egg like a true legend 👑 Gruyère, ham, Dijon, and that rich béchamel? It’s the kind of classic that hits every time. Would you fork-and-knife this beauty or go full hands-on savage? #recipe #croquemadame #brunch Ingredients • 3 tbsp. butter, divided • 1 tbsp. flour • 1½ cups milk • Thick-sliced bread, your favorite variety • Dijon mustard, to taste • Gruyère cheese, grated • Sliced ham • Fried egg Directions 1. Make the Béchamel: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp. butter. Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until foamy (about 1–2 minutes). Slowly whisk in the milk and continue stirring until thickened and it coats the back of a spoon. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside. 2. Assemble the Sandwich: Spread Dijon mustard on each slice of bread. Add a generous amount of Gruyère cheese to both sides, layer in the sliced ham, and close the sandwich. 3. Grill and Broil: In an oven-safe pan over medium-high heat, melt the remaining 1 tbsp. butter. Grill the sandwich as you would a grilled cheese—until golden brown and crisp on both sides. Spoon the béchamel sauce over the top, spread evenly, and sprinkle with more Gruyère cheese. Transfer the pan to a broiler and broil until bubbly and browned. 4. Finish and Serve: Top the sandwich with a fried egg and serve hot.