Vegetarian Delight: A Gourmet Take on the Classic Croque-Monsieur
This vegetarian version of the classic croque-monsieur features a delightful blend of broccoli, cream cheese, shredded cheese, and a hint of mustard. It’s a simple recipe that results in a melt-in-your-mouth inside and a crispy outside, perfect for a quick meal.
Ingredients
For 2 servings:
– 4 slices of sandwich bread
– 100 g broccoli
– 100 g cream cheese
– 50 g shredded cheese
– 1 tsp mustard
– 1 clove garlic
– 10 g butter
– A pinch of salt
– 2 pinches of pepper
Preparation
Total Time: 28 minutes
– Prep Time: 15 minutes
– Cook Time: 13 minutes
Steps
1. **Cook the Broccoli**
– Chop the broccoli into small pieces. Steam or boil in salted water for about 5 minutes. Once done, drain and coarsely mash the broccoli.
2. **Prepare the Filling**
– In a bowl, combine the cream cheese with mustard, salt, and pepper. Press the garlic clove and mix it into the bowl, then add the slightly cooled, mashed broccoli.
3. **Assemble the Sandwiches**
– Spread the mixture evenly on two slices of bread. Sprinkle with shredded cheese, then top with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
4. **Cook the Sandwiches**
– Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese has melted.
Enjoy this tasty vegetarian twist on a beloved classic, perfect for a satisfying and quick meal.
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