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Puff Pastry Croque Madame

Puff Pastry Croque Madame: Indulge in French Breakfast Bliss

Experience the rich flavors of Puff Pastry Croque Madame with layers of ham, Gruyère cheese, and a fried egg, perfect for brunch.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Thaw before use
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For brushing; can substitute with olive oil
For the Filling
  • 8 slices Good-Quality Ham Can substitute with turkey
  • 8 ounces Gruyère Cheese Swiss or cheddar can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Try whole-grain mustard for variation
For Topping
  • 4 Large Eggs Farm-fresh gives best taste
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to preference
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to preference
  • optional Fresh Herbs Parsley or chives work well for garnish

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • skillet
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry until about 1/8 inch thick and cut into two rectangles.
  3. Spread a layer of Dijon mustard evenly across each pastry rectangle.
  4. Layer a slice of ham and a generous layer of Gruyère cheese on one half of each rectangle.
  5. Fold the pastry over the filling and press the edges to seal.
  6. Brush the tops of the pastries with melted butter.
  7. Bake the pastries for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Fry eggs sunny-side up in a skillet over medium heat.
  9. Serve pastries topped with a fried egg, seasoned with salt and pepper, and garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure puff pastry is fully thawed before use. Watch closely while baking to avoid over-browning. Use fresh herbs for garnish to enhance flavor and presentation.

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