Croque Monsieur (Ham & Cheese Substitute)

Ingredients

• 4 slices Gluten-Free Bread
• 4 slices Vegan Ham Slices
• 4 slices Dairy-Free Cheese Slices
• 2 tbsp Dairy-Free Butter
• 2 tbsp Gluten-Free Flour
• 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
• 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

1. 1Make the béchamel sauce: In a saucepan, melt dairy-free butter over medium heat. Whisk in gluten-free flour and cook for 1 minute.
2. 2Gradually whisk in almond milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
3. 3Stir in nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
4. 4Spread some of the béchamel sauce on two slices of gluten-free bread.
5. 5Top with vegan ham slices and dairy-free cheese slices. Top with the remaining gluten-free bread slices.
6. 6Spread the remaining béchamel sauce on top of the sandwiches.
7. 7Grill in a panini press or in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 3-5 minutes per side.
8. 8Serve immediately.

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