The Croque Monsieur – Grand Fete

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 8 slices brioche bread
• Dijon mustard
• Béchamel sauce
• 8 slices ham, thinly sliced
• 3 cups grated cheese (we like using a mixture of Gruyére, Parmesan, and sharp white cheddar)
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 cup Parmesan, grated
• 1 tsp Kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper