Can I use other cheeses?

Yes, you can also use Emmental, cheddar or young cheese, as long as it is a cheese that melts well.

What if I don't have a crocodile machine?

You can also prepare the croquette in a grill pan or in the oven under the grill setting.

Can I substitute the Bolognese sauce?

Sure, use a different pasta sauce like arrabbiata or a creamy cheese sauce.

How do I make sure the crocodile doesn't get too wet?

Don't use too much sauce between the buns and make sure the mozzarella is well drained.

Does this dish fit in a lunchbox?

Yes, but it tastes best if you reheat it on the spot in an oven or grill.

Croque Bolognaise

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20min

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Easy

Making a Croque Bolognese is so rewarding. It's delicious, hearty, and above all, super easy to make. But sometimes I make it even more delicious by adding an extra scoop ofBolognese sauceand melted cheese. I then use a Bunsen burner to caramelize the cheese. The result? A croquette that's not only creamy on the inside but also has a cheesy topping that's simply irresistible.

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Ingredients

What do you need?

Quantity: 2P

For the croque

4 thick slices of wheat bread (or bread of your choice)
8 slices of fontina or provolone cheese
4 to 6 slices of Parma ham
4 tablespoonsBolognese sauce

For the topping

2-3 tablespoonsBolognese sauce
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Storage instructions

In the refrigerator: maximum 1 day, well wrapped in aluminum foil or an airtight box.
In the freezer: up to 1 month, although it tastes best fresh.
Warm upHeat for 10 minutes in a preheated oven at 180°C or 3 minutes on a contact grill. Microwaving will make it less crispy.

For the croque

4 thick slices of wheat bread (or bread of your choice)
8 slices of fontina or provolone cheese
4 to 6 slices of Parma ham
4 tablespoonsBolognese sauce

For the topping

2-3 tablespoonsBolognese sauce
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Storage instructions

In the refrigerator: maximum 1 day, well wrapped in aluminum foil or an airtight box.
In the freezer: up to 1 month, although it tastes best fresh.
Warm upHeat for 10 minutes in a preheated oven at 180°C or 3 minutes on a contact grill. Microwaving will make it less crispy.

Make it veggie!

Replace the Parma ham with grilled vegetables like zucchini or eggplant. You can also use grilled bell peppers for extra sweetness. The rest of the recipe remains the same, including the cheesy topping.

Preparation method

How do you make this?

Verwarm je grillmachine al op.

Leg een eerste snee brood op een plank en beleg hem met 2 sneetjes fontina.

Leg daarop 2 à 3 sneetjes parmaham en een schepje Bolognaisesaus

Sluit af met nog 2 sneetjes fontina en dek af met de tweede snee brood.

Herhaal voor de tweede Croque.

Plaats tussende gril, kies optie croque en bak tot de kaas gesmolten is en het brood goudbruin krokant is.

Haal de croque uit het toestel en leg op elk een extra Bolognaisesaus.

Bestrooi met geraspte Parmezaanse kaas en grattineer de kaas lichtjes met een bunzenbrandertje voor een ultieme finish.

Tips

Don't have a Bunsen burner at home? Place the croquette briefly under the broiler of your oven.
Vary the bread: sourdough bread or a hearty nut bread adds extra character.
Prefer something a bit spicier? Sprinkle some chili flakes over it before caramelizing the cheese.
Make extraBolognese sauceand freeze them in portions, so you always have a supply on hand.