Brie Croque Monsieur Sandwiches

I am a huge fan of Croque Monsieur. I had one most meals when I was in France, and then I found this one at http://www.framedcooks.com/2011/03/brie-croque-monsieur-sandwiches-2.html It sounds to die for and I can’t wait to try it.

adapted from Ile de France Cheeses 

INGREDIENTS

• 9 oz. Brie or D’Affinois cheese, cut into 12 thin slices
• 3 large eggs
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/8 tsp Pepper
• 6 slices thin sliced ham
• 12 slices white bread
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, divided

DIRECTIONS

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk salt and pepper. Set aside.
2. Assemble six sandwiches, each with one slice of ham and two slices of cheese between two slices of bread. Cut each sandwich into quarters.
3. Heat half of the melted butter in a large nonstick pan on medium heat, swirling to coat bottom of pan.
4. Dip half of the sandwich quarters into the egg and milk mixture, turning to coat. Immediately place in preheated pan, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until bread is golden brown and cheese is melting.
5. Repeat with remaining butter and sandwiches. Serve hot.