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Croque-monsieur

Croque-monsieur

The origin of Croque-monsieur

FAQs about Croque-monsieur

How do you eat croque monsieur?

Croque monsieur is traditionally served hot, so the best way to eat it is to cut it into slices and pick it up with your hands. Some people prefer to use a knife and fork.


What do the French eat with croque monsieur?

The French typically eat croque monsieur with a side of salad, fries, or other vegetables.


What is English for croque monsieur?

A croque monsieur is a savory French sandwich made of ham and cheese on toasted bread, often topped with a béchamel sauce. The English translation would be "Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwich".


What's the difference between croque madame and croque monsieur?

Croque Monsieur is a French classic sandwich made of ham and cheese on toasted white bread, while Croque Madame is the same sandwich with an added fried egg on top.


Types of Croque-monsieur