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Experience the layers of flavor in every bite: the crunch of rustic bread, the creamy b\u00e9chamel with a hint of nutmeg, the savory smoked ham, and the richness of Gruy\u00e8re cheese, all crowned with a silky fried egg.","serving_information":{"serving_display":"2 servings","recipe_yield":2},"recipe_times":{"prep_time":10,"cook_time":20,"perform_time":""},"recipe_parts":[{"title":"","ingredients":[{"amount":{"whole_number":4,"fraction":"","unit":""},"description":"slices rustic bread","product":null},{"amount":{"whole_number":3,"fraction":"","unit":"tbsp"},"description":"butter, softened; divided","product":null},{"amount":{"whole_number":1,"fraction":"","unit":"tbsp"},"description":"flour","product":null},{"amount":{"whole_number":"","fraction":"frac34","unit":"cup"},"description":"whole milk","product":null},{"amount":{"whole_number":1,"fraction":"","unit":"cup"},"description":"shredded gruyere cheese, divided","product":null},{"amount":{"whole_number":"","fraction":"frac14","unit":"tsp"},"description":"salt","product":null},{"amount":{"whole_number":"","fraction":"frac14","unit":"tsp"},"description":"black pepper","product":null},{"amount":{"whole_number":"","fraction":"frac14","unit":"tsp"},"description":"ground nutmeg","product":null},{"amount":{"whole_number":8,"fraction":"","unit":""},"description":"slices HORMEL<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> NATURAL CHOICE<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Smoked Deli Ham","product":null},{"amount":{"whole_number":1,"fraction":"","unit":"tbsp"},"description":"Dijon mustard","product":null},{"amount":{"whole_number":2,"fraction":"","unit":""},"description":"eggs, fried","product":null},{"amount":{"whole_number":"","fraction":"","unit":""},"description":"Chopped fresh chives","product":null},{"amount":{"whole_number":"","fraction":"","unit":""},"description":"Flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, for serving","product":null}],"directions":[{"content":"Heat broiler with rack 8 inches from heat source.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;"},{"content":"Spread 1 side of each bread slice using 2 tablespoons of butter. In large skillet over medium-high heat, place bread slices buttered side down. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until toasted and golden. Transfer bread to a rimmed baking sheet."},{"content":"In small saucepan over medium heat, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Whisk in flour. Cook 1 to 2 minutes, whisking until light golden in color. Whisk in milk. Bring to a simmer, whisking constantly. Reduce heat to low. Cook 2 to 3 minutes whisking, until thickened. Remove from heat. Add \u00bc cup cheese. Whisk until melted. Stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg."},{"content":"Arrange 2 bread slices on baking sheet, toasted side down. On each slice, spread 2 tablespoons cheese sauce to evenly to cover. Sprinkle with each with \u00bc cup cheese and top with 4 ham slices. Spread mustard evenly on untoasted sides of remaining 2 bread slices. Place mustard side down, on top of ham slices. Spread remaining cheese sauce evenly on top of sandwiches. Top with remaining cheese."},{"content":"Broil 5 to 7 minutes, or until cheese has melted and top is bubbly and browning in spots."},{"content":"Top each sandwich with a fried egg. 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