Croque madame with spinach salad

• thick slice crusty white bread1
• wholegrain or Dijon mustard tsp
• thin slices ham2

  trimmed of fat

• mature cheddar↗50g g

  or other melting cheese, grated

• cider or white wine vinegar tsp
• mild olive oil↗1 tsp tsp

  plus a little for frying

• egg↗1
• baby-leaf spinach↗

  from 100g bag

• cornichons

  (optional)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Heat grill to high and lightly toast the bread on both sides. Spread 1 tsp mustard over one side, then top with the ham and cheese. Whisk the remaining mustard and vinegar with 1 tsp oil and seasoning.

2. 2

   Grill the croque for 3 mins, or until the cheese is bubbling and turning golden. Meanwhile, heat a non-stick frying pan. Add a little oil, then crack in the egg and gently fry to your liking. When cooked, lift it on top of the toast. Toss the dressing with the spinach, and cornichons if using, then eat straight away.