Vegetarian Croque Monsieur (Gourmet Grilled Cheese W- Tofu Ham)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Vegetarian Croque Monsieur (Gourmet Grilled Cheese W- Tofu Ham)
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Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter ( melted )
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard ( this is just a guess )
2 large slice white bread ( you need to have thick and wide country-style slices , like Rudy 's Organic Canadian White or your own )
6 slices ham ( INPUT ERROR , IT 'S REALLY FAKE HAM ! I use Smart Deli brand ham-flavored tofu , which is not in the 'Za )
2 slices swiss cheese
2 slices yogurt cheese ( I use plain but herbed yogurt cheese would be yummy in this )
2 slices gruyere cheese
3 tablespoons shredded gruyere cheese ( shredded Swiss is good , so is shredded yogurt cheese , or a mix of the 3 )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
520
Sugar
2g
Fat
35g
This vegetarian take on the classic French sandwich, Croque Monsieur, is made using tofu ham instead of traditional ham. The tofu ham is layered with swiss cheese, yogurt cheese, and gruyere cheese to make a delicious gourmet grilled cheese sandwich. The sandwich is brushed in melted butter and Dijon mustard before being toasted to perfection in the oven. This sandwich is perfect for lunch or dinner and is sure to please both vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. Serve with a simple green salad and enjoy!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Brush melted butter onto one side of each slice of bread.
3.Spread Dijon mustard on the unbuttered side of one slice of bread.
4.Layer ham, Swiss cheese, yogurt cheese and Gruyere cheese on top of the mustard.
5.Top with remaining slice of bread, butter side up.
6.Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
7.Bake on a baking sheet for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
8.Broil on high for 1-2 minutes until cheese is golden brown and crispy. Serve hot.

PROS

This is a delicious vegetarian version of the classic Croque Monsieur sandwich.

The tofu ham provides a great source of protein without any of the fat or calories of traditional ham.

The combination of cheeses and Dijon mustard is a winning combination.

This sandwich is a great option for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.

CONS

This sandwich is high in sodium due to the cheeses and ham substitute.

It is also high in calories due to the butter and cheese.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a well-balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This sandwich is a good source of protein thanks to the tofu ham and cheese.
The Dijon mustard is a healthy addition as it has a low calorie count and contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.
The sandwich contains calcium from the cheese which helps to promote strong bones.

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