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Serves: 2
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
– 4 slices of white bread (about 200g)
– 150g tomato sauce (like coulis or pizza sauce)
– 150g grated cheese (mozzarella, Emmental, or a blend)
– 8 slices of pepperoni (or salami)
– 1 teaspoon of herbes de Provence
– Salt and pepper
Step-by-step preparation: 1. Prepare the base
– In a bowl, mix the tomato sauce with a pinch of salt, pepper, and the herbes de Provence.
– Set aside.
2. Assemble the first layer
– On a plate or baking dish, arrange 2 slices of bread side by side.
– Spread with tomato sauce. – Sprinkle with a layer of grated cheese and arrange a few slices of pepperoni.
3. 🏠Layer the second layer
– Cover with the other 2 slices of bread.
– Spread with more tomato sauce, then sprinkle with cheese and add the remaining pepperoni.
4. 🔥 Bake
– Preheat your oven to 180°C.
– Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
5. 🍽️ Serve
– Remove the croque-monsieur from the oven.
– Cut it into pieces if desired and serve immediately, while still warm.
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