Grilled Ham and Cheese Toastie Sandwich My Way

The French call it Croque-Monsieur and make this hot ham and cheese sandwich with either emmental or gruyère cheese. It became very popular in the 70's and almost every one had a sandwhich maker at home. My mother still has hers which at the time weren't electric, they had long handles and we put them over the flame on the stove top and still makes fantastic grilled sandwiches. Then came the electric ones and mine is over 15 years old. It makes perfect grilled puffy sandwiches because it has extra-deep pockets and raised edges that seal the ingredients. I find the panini makers don't work because they flatten the sandwich and squeeze all the contents out. This is my take on the classic Croque-Monsieur. I use Taleggio without the rind. Talleggio cheese is made in Lombardy (north Italy), from cow's milk, it's thick and creamy, strong aroma but mild taste with an orange-colored rind. The ingredients are for 2 because my sandwich maker makes 2 at a time.