Savory Crepes with Ham and Melted Cheese

 Savory Crepes with Ham and Melted Cheese

 Savory Crepes with Ham and Melted Cheese

Preparation time: 25 minutes (+ 10 minutes cooking time)

Servings: 4 people (8 filled crepes)

Ingredients:

For the crepes:

- 250g flour

- 2 eggs

- 300ml milk

- 1 packet baking powder

- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter

- A pinch of salt

For the filling:

- 8 slices of ham (cut into pieces or whole)

- 200g grated cheese (Emmental, Comté or Cheddar)

- 100g mozzarella (optional, for extra melted cheese)

For cooking:

- A little butter or oil

Step-by-step preparation:

1. Prepare the crepe batter

In a bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and olive oil. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and mix until a smooth, homogeneous batter forms. Let rest for 10 minutes.

2. Cook the crepes

Heat a non-stick pan with a little butter or oil. Pour a small ladle of batter to form a crepe. Cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbles form on the surface. Place a slice of ham and sprinkle with grated cheese (and mozzarella if desired) directly onto the crepe while it's cooking. Cover with a little batter to enclose the filling. Flip gently and cook the other side for 2 minutes, until the cheese is melted.

3. Serve hot

Repeat the process with the remaining batter and filling. Serve the crepes hot with a green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.

Tips and tricks:

Variation: Add fresh herbs like parsley or chives to the batter for extra flavor.

Storage: These crepes can be stored for 1 day in the refrigerator. Reheat gently in a pan or oven before serving.

Practical tip: If you want regular-sized crepes, use a cookie cutter or ladle to measure the batter simultaneously.