Croque Monsieur and Croque Madame

Croque Monsieur and Croque Madame are classic French sandwiches, often enjoyed as a quick yet satisfying meal in cafés and bistros across France. A Croque Monsieur is a hot ham and cheese sandwich, topped with a creamy béchamel sauce and more cheese, then baked or grilled until golden and bubbly. The name "Croque Monsieur" roughly translates to "Mister Crunch." A Croque Madame is essentially a Croque Monsieur with the addition of a fried egg on top. The egg resembles a lady’s hat, meaning "Madame." The Croque Monsieur first appeared on Parisian café menus around 1910. Although its exact origin is somewhat unclear, it quickly became a staple in French cuisine due to its simplicity and delicious flavour. The first known reference to the Croque Monsieur is in Marcel Proust's 1918 novel In Search of Lost Time. This mention helped cement its place in French culinary tradition. Both Croque Monsieur and Croque Madame gained popularity due to their ease of preparation and satisfying nature. They became popular for a quick meal or a comforting snack, often enjoyed with a green salad or fries. There are many regional and personal variations of these sandwiches. Some include adding ingredients like tomatoes, mustard, or different types of cheese. These sandwiches are closely associated with French café culture. They epitomize the casual yet refined nature of French dining, offering a balance between simplicity and rich flavours. Over time, Croque Monsieur and Croque Madame have transcended French borders, appearing on menus worldwide. They are celebrated for their straightforward preparation and comforting taste, making them a beloved dish in many countries. 👇 RECIPE BELOW ❤️Hello, viewers! I've noticed that only around 39% of you watching are currently subscribed. I'd love to continue creating helpful content for all of you. So, if you've enjoyed this video and would like to see more in the future, I'd really appreciate it if you subscribed! I aim to help as many people as possible by sharing my knowledge and expertise. By subscribing, you'll help this channel grow so I can deliver valuable information. Thanks for your consideration, and I look forward to continuing to engage with all of you in the comments. Already subscribed? ▶ Turn on Ringtone 🔔 to be notified of new videos 🙏 SUPPORT OUR CHANNEL 🙏 It would certainly go a long way in helping me ❤️ Support my little channel on Patreon (only if you want :) https://www.patreon.com/backyard_chef MY BUY ME A COFFEE PAGE: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/backyardchef Remember, when following a recipe, you must taste the dish as you go along. All recipes may require some adjustments to suit your personal preferences. These recipes are complete and make for great foundations you can tailor. I hope you enjoy cooking as much as I do. Taking Cooking food back to basics. Croque Monsieur Ingredients: - 4 slices of white bread - 8 slices of ham - 4 slices of Gruyère cheese (or Emmental cheese) any cheese that melts I had Charmidor - 2 cups of grated Gruyère cheese - 4 tablespoons of butter, softened - 2 tablespoons of all-purpose/plain flour - 1 1/2 cups of whole milk - Dijon mustard - as much as you like - Mayonaise - optional - A pinch of nutmeg - Salt and pepper to taste Croque Madame Fried egg Béchamel sauce 2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp all-purpose flour / plain flour Milk as much as you need to make a sauce Pinch of nutmeg. I used cheese in my sauce - to make it cheesy - add whatever you like. It becomes a Mornay sauce oven to 400°F (200°C) – 10 mins Air fryer 180°F (190°C) – 10 mins https://amzn.to/3K6ZD3i HYSapientia Facebook homepage link: www.facebook.com/HYSapientia Official website link: https://hysa.store/ @HYSapientia My Camera gear Camera x 2 https://amzn.to/3XxpWF1 16mm F1.4 lens - https://amzn.to/3GK8rvi 18-105 F4 lens - https://amzn.to/3idBmOf Battery Grip - https://amzn.to/3FXDTFT Camera monitor https://amzn.to/3PUioLl Tripod https://amzn.to/44mgs2q Tascam DR-05x https://amzn.to/3uhQ0qF Favourite wireless recording system https://amzn.to/46NWRKc Lapel collar mic https://amzn.to/3O9KDnQ My first wireless sound - https://amzn.to/3gxivxd Lights - https://amzn.to/3VrUFli Action camera - https://amzn.to/3XzPQrR GOPRO - https://amzn.to/3OCfHeL PRIVACY POLICY and FULL DISCLOSURE: Rik participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program (UK). DISCLAIMER: Please note that the product links included in this video contain affiliate links. If you click one of the links and purchase, I will receive a small commission. This is at NO extra cost to you, and it will assist me in maintaining my channel and creating more videos. I appreciate your support. Thank you for considering using these links.