Croque Madame Waffles (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Sauce
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4 tablespoons butter
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4 tablespoons all purpose flour
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2 cups whole milk
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
→ Waffles
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2 cups all purpose flour
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3 teaspoons baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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2 eggs, lightly beaten
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1¾ cups whole milk
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¼ cup butter, melted
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1 cup shaved ham, diced
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1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
→ Assembly
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18-24 slices shaved ham
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1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
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6 eggs
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Fresh chives, chopped (optional)
# Instructions:
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In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid browning. Just cook enough to remove the raw flour flavor.
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Gradually whisk in milk, adding small amounts at a time to prevent lumps. Continue cooking and stirring until the béchamel thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
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Remove from heat and stir in Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Preheat the waffle maker. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Add eggs, milk, and melted butter, mixing until just combined.
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Fold diced ham and shredded Gruyère into the batter until evenly distributed.
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Grease the waffle maker and pour approximately ¾ cup of batter onto the surface. Close and cook until golden brown.
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Place cooked waffles on a baking tray lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Top each waffle with about ⅙ of the béchamel sauce, 3-4 slices of shaved ham, and sprinkle with Gruyère cheese.
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Place under the broiler until cheese is melted and béchamel is hot and bubbly.
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Transfer each waffle to a serving plate and top with a poached or fried egg prepared to your preferred doneness. Garnish with chopped chives if desired.
# Notes:
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These savory waffles combine the flavors of a classic French croque madame with a waffle base, perfect for brunch entertaining.
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Alternative cheeses include Gouda, white cheddar, Emmental, or Swiss.