Almond-crusted Croque Monsieur With English Tea Bechamel Sauce

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16 Ingredients

• 1 qt(32-ozs) whole milk, 1/4 cup reserved
• 1 English breakfast tea bag
• 2 Tbsps chopped fresh tarragon
• 2 Tbsps oil
• 2 Tbsps butter, plus 3 Tbsps for sauce
• 3 eggs
• 3 Tbsps kosher salt
• 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup blanched, sliced almonds
• 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 baked ham, sliced really thin
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar or swiss cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
• 2 Tbsps all-purpose flour
• 2 Tbsps grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley