Every so often you just have to enjoy a delicious sandwich. I think there is undoubtedly nothing better than a French staple grilled cheese sandwich.

Also, better known as Croque-Monsieur Sandwich. In translation, it means Gentlemen’s Crunch.

My favourite way to eat a croque-madame is with a little sunny-side-up egg on top, with a drizzle of hot sauce!

With that being said, you should also try a “Croque Mademoiselle” which is a vegetarian version with cucumber or zucchini and chives.

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I genuinely feel like this sandwich instantly transports you back to a French café or charming bistro, where you may have ordered it while sipping on a café au lait.

You may know this sandwich in the USA as a Monte Cristo Sandwich. Nevertheless, it is delicious whatever you call it.

My husband and I devoured it because we absolutely love a good sandwich.

Especially with premium carved cuts of high-quality meats like Hillshire Farm® Premium Carved Slow Roasted Seasoned Ham.

I partnered with Hillshire Farm to make something very delicious using their Premium Carved Meats.

We used Hillshire Farm Premium Carved Slow Roasted Seasoned Ham to make this delicious sammie.

So, I took a trip to Walmart and located the packaged lunch meat in the perimeter coolers.

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STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTION:

Yield: 4 Sandwiches

Croque-Monsieur

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Every so often you just have to enjoy a delicious sandwich. I think there is undoubtedly nothing better than a French staple grilled cheese sandwich, better known as Croque-Monsieur. In translation, it means Gentlemen’s Crunch.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

Bechamel Sauce

• 3 1/2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter reserve 1/2 tbsp for buttering the bread
• 1 1/2-2 tablespoon/s All-purpose flour substitute 1/4 tbsp Guar gum
• 2-2 1/2 cups Whole milk
• 3 ounces Gruyère Cheese, grated substitute with Swiss Cheese
• 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1 Sprigs of Thyme steam removed

Sandwich ingredients

• 1/2 tablespoon Melted Unsalted Butter reserved from Bechamel Sauce)
• 8 slices Sandwich Bread preferably rustic, or traditional Brioche toast
• 8 slices Hillshire Farm® Premium Carved Meat, I used Ham
• 8-10 ounces Gruyère Cheese, grated substitute with Swiss Cheese (aged)

Garnish:

• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives or green onions

Instructions

Shread/Grate the cheeses; Gruyère Cheese and Swiss Cheese. You may use more or less, but I think this is a perfect amount. I like shredding my own cheese and it melts even better when you do it. 

Bechamel Sauce:

1. Melt the butter over low heat in a small saucepan and add the flour all at once, stirring with a wooden spoon for 2 minutes. Add milk; bring to a simmer.
2. Cook, whisking frequently, until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Add the salt, pepper, grated Gruyere, and the Swiss and set aside.

Toasting

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees with rack in bottom third. Place 8 bread slices on the baking sheet, butter each toast with unsalted butter, then toast for a couple of minutes.
2. After the toast slices are nicely golden take it out of the oven. Just to note that you can toast bread in a large toaster or conventional oven as well if that saves you time.

Sandwich Assembly

1. Top each with half with bechamel sauce, about 1 tablespoon equally spread, then add slices of the ham and shredded Gruyère. Top with remaining bread.
2. On the very top of each sandwich add about 1 more tablespoon of the Bechamel sauce and generous amount of shredded Gruyère.
3. Turn the oven broiler on high and transfer the baking sheet with sandwiches in the oven. Broil until the top of the sandwiches with bechamel sauce and cheese begins to bubble, approximately 2 minutes.
4. Slice in half and enjoy

Notes

For Croque-Madame add a fried sunny side up egg on the top and serve.

• For Croque-Madame, add a fried sunny-side-up egg on top and serve.
• Gruyère cheese is one of the finest Swiss cheeses. Its taste is nutty and salty when new but varies greatly with age. Since it can be quite pricy, you can substitute with regular Swiss cheese.

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Bagel Holiday Party Charcuterie Board charcuterie board most frequently consists of a variety of meats, dry, smoked or canned fish, gourmet cheeses, condiments, pickled products and often fruit or nuts.

It is exceptionally effortless to prepare a charcuterie, and you can truly use whatever your heart desires.

However, charcuterie boards are an art form that involves much more mindful planning than just tossing divergent cheeses and crackers on a plate and serving it to guests.

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I partnered with Reese Specialty Foods to show you how you can make your own holiday party charcuterie board more superior by using their incredibly tasty products.

The board should look full, so don’t be afraid to stack loads of your favorite foods. It was an absolute blast constructing this Bagel Holiday Party Charcuterie Board.

My family went insane over it. My husband and I, in particular, love the taste of Reese Marinated Artichoke Hearts paired perfectly with some Reese Sardines. It is utterly scrumptious and so flavorful!

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I know those two products are for sure going in rotation as my top pick snack during this winter. I will share even more thoughts and ideas on my Instagram.

If I am hosting a party, plan a movie night, or watch a big weekend game, I make a list of things that I would like to include on my board.

If you make this delectable meal for yourself on a Friday night, you can incorporate Anchovies, Delicate Artichokes Hearts, cheese, luscious grapes along with some gourmet crackers.

However, for a party, a wider array of arrangements would be required to feed and completely satisfy an eager crowd.

This time around, I used Marinated hearts of palm, Marinated Artichoke, and their most mouthwatering and succulent Sardines.

The holiday season should be enjoyed, and less stressful, so create something dainty and versatile.

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Visit the Reese Holiday website and of course. You may try their products on your holiday dishes.

I know that you guys going to love it. I am making my artichoke dip for my son’s holiday party using Reeses Marinated Artichoke tender and delicious hearts.

Last, but not least, I would like to take a moment to thank and appreciate the ones I love the most.

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My lovely family helps me tremendously, especially around the holidays. For that, I count my blessings every single day as well as for the life I live.

I am forever fortunate to have the ability to share this one life with the most down to earth people that exist

Perhaps it’s just the holiday season, and we all feel a bit sentimental during these months. With that being said, I greatly wish that everyone uses these delightful foods not only to fulfill your cravings but for the good of others.

Try picking up a few of these outstanding Reese products from your local store and donate to those in need.

There is no greater gift in life than properly teaching your kids to willingly share food with less fortunate.

Happy Holidays, everyone!

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As a mother of three kids, two teens and one twin, I always look for quick meals just like this delicious Supreme Bread Pizza.

We have this at least once a week on our family movie night. Thankfully, Publix is just around the corner, so we can pick up ingredients pretty fast.

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While shopping at Publix, you can grab Bertolli Olive Oil from the oils aisle and freshly baked bread, as well as other key ingredients needed for this delicious recipe.

I mean, while you are there, you don’t have to go anyplace else because you can find everything in one spot.

Most of the time I make this gourmet pizza with two types of bread, Italian and French.

My boys love this Supreme Bread Pizza with Publix bakery style French bread. However, my lovely daughter and I prefer Italian bread.

Also found at Publix bakery right next to the deli. With that being said, I thought to name it Supreme Bread Pizzas, which is rather appropriate.

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You can literally use any bread that you have or prefer. I guess that is the beauty of this meal, as well as the point of my blog “Easy Cooking.”

On the other hand, my dear husband does not care; he just loves this pizza. It is a simple, easy and delicious dinner idea or Sunday football treats to share with your loved ones.

I loved using both Bertolli Olive Oil Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Bertolli Olive Oil Extra Virgin Light Tasting Olive Oil.

For this particular recipe, I chose Bertolli Olive Oil Extra Virgin Olive Oil because it has that amazing flavor that I was promptly going for.

The taste is absolutely delightful! This isn’t surprising, as Bertolli is the world’s #1 olive oil brand and they have over 150 years of experience.

You can most definitely visit them to learn more about Bertolli products and get amazing recipes. The bottles have a new look, but the same great taste. 

Happy Cooking!

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Yield: Serves 4

Supreme Bread Pizza

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Tasty Bread pizza recipe.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes

Total Time 22 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Bread Loaf Italian or French
• 2 tablespoons Bertolli Olive Oil Extra Virgin Olive Oil plus one more drizzle
• 2 cups Shredded Italian Pizza Blend Cheese
• 1 Cup Tomato Sauce Olive Oil + Garlic
• 1 cup Mini Pepperoni
• 14 Hard Salami Slices
• 1/2 cup Black Olive sliced.
• 1/2 cup Green Pepper diced.
• Herbs: Oregano Italian Herb Blend
• Other Ingredients: Prosciutto Olives, Sauce for dipping, etc.

Instructions

1. Preheat standard oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Slice the bread in half, lengthwise, then drizzle about one tablespoon on each side. Gently press the bread a bit in the middle, just enough to stretch it and make room for the toppings.
3. Add on about 1/4 cup of cheese on the bottom of each bread slice, then drizzle tomato sauce. If you want to use more sauce, you can. Add more cheese and the rest of the toppings. I add a bit of cheese first because it is like a barrier, so the bread doesn't get to soak with the sauce.
4. Bake for 12-15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the crust is somewhat crunchy, and the cheese is completely melted.
5. Allow it to cool down for a couple of minutes before slicing. Drizzle just a bit of olive oil before serving.

Notes

You can add a different blend of cheese, sauce, as well as any toppings that you prefer. In the case of the bread: Italian, French, Cuban, flatbread, or slices of homemade bread would work just fine. Before baking, you can wrap it up and freeze for up to 3 months. Bake at 400 F for 20 minutes or until the pizza is completely thawed and cheese melted.

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