I know that a Croque Monsieur has ham, cheese, and is grilled. I know that most of the time it is done without batter, although it can be done with bechamel. I know these things, and in knowing them? I ignore them totally. Croque Monsiuer at our house is created with egg dipped sour dough, several types of cheese and a hot griddle. It is always served with the ripest tomatoes available. Check it out-

The sour dough adds a nice, chewy texture and the flavor compliments the cheese blend.

  These wraps are so good. Really. My kids love them, and you can use just about any vegetable in them…Do make sure to have a mixture,  and you need the zucchini (or you could substitute eggplant).
 For the tappanade
1 can black olives
1/2 c green salad olives
1/4 c onion
3 cloves garlic, peeled.
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tsp italian seasoning
1 tbs olive oil
pulse together in food processor until coarsely pureed. Set aside.
16 flour tortillas, whole wheat homemade is best, but whatever you like.   

For filling:
2 zucchini-sliced in 1/8″ thick slices LONGWISE.
1 tbs olive oil
1 tbs italian seasoning
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 c chopped red onion
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