Croque Monsieur
Croque-monsieurPronunciation (IPA) /kʁɔk məsjø/
A hot French ham-and-cheese sandwich, coated in béchamel and cheese and grilled until bubbling; add a fried egg and it becomes a Croque Madame.
Also known as: toasted ham and cheese · Croque Madame (with egg)
Allergens & declarations
Contains
Cereals (gluten)
Wheat
Contains cereals and gluten-containing products
Milk (including Lactose)
Contains milk and milk products (including lactose)
Also declarable
- With Nitrite Curing Salt — Contains nitrite curing salt
This describes the classic recipe, so you know what to ask about. It is not a declaration for any particular kitchen — recipes and suppliers vary, and only the restaurant can tell you what is in the dish it serves.
In detail
Typical ingredients
Frequently asked questions
- What is Croque Monsieur?
- A hot French ham-and-cheese sandwich, coated in béchamel and cheese and grilled until bubbling; add a fried egg and it becomes a Croque Madame.
- Where does Croque Monsieur come from?
- Croque Monsieur — country of origin: France.
- What is Croque Monsieur made of?
- White bread, cooked ham, Gruyère cheese, béchamel, butter.
- Which allergens does Croque Monsieur contain?
- Contains cereals and gluten-containing products. Contains milk and milk products (including lactose).
- What is Croque Monsieur also known as?
- Toasted ham and cheese, Croque Madame (with egg).
- How do you pronounce Croque Monsieur?
- Croque-monsieur (French) is pronounced /kʁɔk məsjø/. Select the speaker button next to the dish name to hear it.
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