Dunkin hacks: The Cape Cod Croque Madame

The hack: Split the stuffer down the middle and ladle on a quick bechamel — butter, flour, milk, nutmeg, whisked in a saucepan.

• Top with a runny fried egg, or however you like it.

Why it works: The stuffer's ham and melted cheese are already a poor man's Croque Monsieur — just with Swiss instead of gruyère.

• Bechamel and the egg complete the transformation.
• Don't be intimidated by the sauce. It's stupid easy, and it'll be done before the pickup window has your croissant ready.

Bottom line: Upgrade a drive-thru breakfast item into a bistro classic — and feel fancy for making something French.