French Toastie
"From Recipe + August '17."
Original is 4 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (187.5 g)
- Calories 429.4
- Total Fat - 24.4 g
- Saturated Fat - 12 g
- Cholesterol - 275.2 mg
- Sodium - 1021.1 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 26.1 g
- Dietary Fiber - 1.9 g
- Sugars - 6.7 g
- Protein - 25.5 g
- Calcium - 343.3 mg
- Iron - 2.5 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.5 mg
- Thiamin - 0.5 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Preheat a sandwich press.
Step 2
For each toastie, place a croissant base on a clean work surface and spread with a quarter of the mustard and top with a quarter each of the rocket, ham, egg and cheese and top with remaining croissant top.
Step 3
Cook in sandwich press, in batches, for 5 minutes or until heated and toasted and serve with French fries.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Choose croissants that are fresh and not too dry for the best results.
- Look for a lean ham that is thinly-sliced and not too salty.
- Substitute the croissants with 4 whole-wheat English muffins. This substitution will provide a healthier option with more fibre and nutrients, while still providing a delicious toastie.
- Substitute the Dijon mustard with honey mustard. This substitution will provide a sweeter taste and can be a great alternative for those who do not enjoy the strong taste of Dijon mustard.
Vegetarian French Toastie Preheat a sandwich press. For each toastie, place a croissant base on a clean work surface and spread with a quarter of the mustard and top with a quarter each of the rocket, sliced mushrooms, egg and cheese and top with remaining croissant top. Cook in sandwich press, in batches, for 5 minutes or until heated and toasted and serve with French fries.
Roasted Potatoes - Roasted potatoes are a great accompaniment to French Toastie, as they are simple to prepare and provide a delicious contrast in texture. Roasting the potatoes brings out their natural sweetness and adds a nice crunch to the dish.
Fried Eggs: Fried eggs are a classic accompaniment to French Toastie. The creamy yolk and the crispy edges of the egg add a delicious contrast to the soft texture of the French Toastie. They are also easy to prepare and provide a good source of protein to the meal.
FAQ
Q: How do I make the French Toastie?
A: Preheat a sandwich press. For each toastie, place a croissant base on a clean work surface and spread with a quarter of the mustard and top with a quarter each of the rocket, ham, egg and cheese and top with remaining croissant top. Cook in sandwich press, in batches, for 5 minutes or until heated and toasted and serve with French fries.
Q: What is the best way to store French Toastie?
A: French Toastie should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in a toaster or in a sandwich press for a few minutes until heated through.
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Fun facts:
French Toastie was first made by the ancient Romans, who used a mixture of milk, eggs, and spices to coat slices of bread before frying them in oil.
In the 18th century, French Toastie was a popular dish among French aristocracy, who served it to their guests as a luxurious breakfast treat.