Croque Monsieur and Madame - HIGHLY REQUESTED by Viewers - French Ham and Cheese Sandwich

[@rodderbob]

You have no idea how much I smile when I watch you grate your own parm instead of grabbing the green can of death as back when.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

ahhahahah You dont know how many times I tell Amy we better get that or BOB will light us up...

[@stonerscravings]

Amen to that. Fresh is best. Hold the sawdust 😂

[@anniessmokingpot]

I completely agree!!!! That green can should never see the light of day lol.. ❤Annie

[@Simplycomfortfood]

Yes I always add nutmeg. And I only use fresh grated. I think it is funny, everyone will tell you about grinding your black pepper. To never use pepper ground from a can. Nutmeg is exactly the same. Love this sandwich. Sooooooo Goooood

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Very well said

[@eugenejung4808]

Always use my own fresh grated nutmeg!

[@peterbundgaard]

Nutmeg always!!!😊😊😊

[@RealELconomics]

The best ham and cheese sandwich 🥪

[@TheFlatTopKing]

good for sure

[@PHorne]

Yummy from Atlanta Ga ❤

[@TheFlatTopKing]

TY....born and have tons a family there...cheers

[@AmyIvanNORTON]

Yes and I mainly keep fresh nutmeg and grate it as I need it.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

TY

[@IamJaneS]

Yes, I use nutmeg! They both looked great, but I add way more béchamel than you did. I put lots of cheese inside, then pour the sauce over the top before adding the egg. I don't think it matters how you make it, it's a very delicious dish! Not to mention, so easy to make!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Sounds great! Thank you..

[@Dchamp712]

Always, always add fresh ground nutmeg to almost any white gravy. I also add it to mashed potatoes. Those are great looking sandwiches.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Great tip! Thank you...

[@BiggernoksBBQ]

Great idea for breakfast!!! Best greetings from germany!!!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hello across the pond...cheers

[@anthonykwietniewski5043]

Mon Dieu, Roi! You made my Sunday. These are the king and queen of ham and cheese sandwiches. Merci beaucoup.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Je apprécie...

[@stevelitteral]

10 Star Ham & cheese. This looks Fantastic.😎👍👍👍

[@TheFlatTopKing]

TY

[@williamripke982]

Neil, big thanks for introducing a new style sandwich 😀. At first, it looked a little complicated like a Monte Cristo, but it's way simpler. Definitely gonna introduce this to my better half. Speaking of which, say hi to Amy😊

[@TheFlatTopKing]

haahha Hey thanks bud..will do...cheers

[@amyandericvitelli3272]

I use nutmeg in mine. I love croque madames! Thank you!

[@PhilFry-gj6xq]

Yes leave the crust on. I think it makes a better sammie. Oh man those look so good I can taste it from here!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Amen....just added some texture...

[@PitMasterJBackyardBBQ-up2rj]

Yes nutmeg. Yes with crust. Made these at home and then made more. So good. Really enjoy all the vids.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Glad you like them! Appreciate ya

[@The_Original_Big_Daddy]

I don't have nutmeg in my arsenal of spices. One of these days I'm going to pick up a chunk of fresh to see what all the excitement is about. Heck I made homemade Swedish Meatballs a couple weeks ago and it didn't get any nutmeg and they turned out really awesome. These two recipes look really awesome!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

hahahhaha same way....I see it alot of recipes and just skip.....dont think anyone has said....hey did you forget the nutmeg...

[@jakespencer8077]

I’ll add that to my Cajun country recipes for sure!! 🤤🤤🤤

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I want to somehow make a cajun breakfast....I want authentic boudin...and tasso...any suggestions...something crazy like a stacked savory french toast with tasso and cajun cream sauce..eggs over easy with the holy trinity...just brainstorming..

[@johnh5008]

Shrimp etouffe would be amazing. @@TheFlatTopKing

[@garryhammond3117]

Thanks - I personally like crunch and crisp to almost everything I cook/eat... ...just that extra layer of texture. Cheers!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Same here! cheers

[@toddpeterson1673]

I use nutmeg jarred in a white sauce, but not in a cheese sauce, recipe looks great, going to have to try both!

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Thanks for sharing this fantastic looking recipe. Both of those French Sandwiches looked amazing and I think I'd go for the egg on top too. You all keep up the great recipes and keep up the fun you both have. Fred.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Fred...

[@marygentry5443]

I absolutely always add fresh ground nutmeg to my béchamel sauces. Used pre-ground until I tried grinding my own and have never gone back. Huge flavor difference. Great video!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

That's a great idea!

[@johnnyhoover5870]

I never add nutmeg just because my grandma never did. Will try it tho. Plus we always used bacon grease instead of butter to make ours.

[@jaybooth4815]

That looks insanely delicious Neal! I can’t watch this hungry…my stomach just keeps gurgling. Nutmeg adds a touch of what’s that taste in many dishes. Cheers brother!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks bud...cheers

[@Kevin_747]

Nice work. Looks delicious. I use nutmeg in about every white sauce/gravy I make.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

TY

[@Mr.S7R4WM4N]

Damn that looks good!

[@ChrisBQue]

I guess I'm going to have to get a Pizza oven, those sandwiches look great. I never used nutmeg but I will give it a try.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Heck yeah....some how some way...I would tend to stay towards gas....some wood ones are good...when you can add the wood your self...i dont think its the best of both worlds when having a pellet grill do the heavy lifting..hard to reheat...

[@stonerscravings]

One of my favorite things to make and eat. I put fresh nutmeg in my bechamel. It’s a must. Great cook! ❤

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I didnt mentioned this because of crap from people....but we went to 2 different stores...NONE>>>>ahhaha i settled for ground...I told Amy...might as well not buy it...I think it would be worse to use ground....then to just ask the question

[@stonerscravings]

@@TheFlatTopKing ground still works. I just keep fresh on hand. I order it from Amazon

[@Ahglock]

Yes, I put fresh nutmeg in my bechemel. I keep fresh nutmeg on hand for a cookie recipe I make, and multiple cocktails I make. Since I have it on hand I add it to my bechemels.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

That's a great idea! thank you....

[@paulpsathas3710]

One of your absolute best man!!! Chef techniques on point, your bech was beautiful and yes, ALWAYS nutmeg!! Love that you picked it up and ate with your hands, I do the same lol!!! Awesome bro!!! 💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks so much Paul...really appreciate ya

[@narbekalantarians6269]

Those look so good. I've only used dried nutmeg when making a bechamel.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

People swear by the whole nutmeg...im going have to break down and get it...cheers

[@eastboogie1959]

That looks so delicious. I love your griddle,the rack up top is especially nice 👑.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks so much

[@franciszajauskas35]

Love the recipe and also love the Webber. Insert had it for almost a year now. And it's the best of both worlds

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Really is...even with all the grills I have available...just the ease sometimes to uncover..fire it up...grill some pork tenderloins or really anything I need in a pinch....

[@franciszajauskas35]

@TheFlatTopKing I call it the Swiss army knife of grilling from a flat top. To a gas grill two a rotisserie you can have a wok insert inside it

[@airstreamer]

This looked delicious! Thank you for such a detailed explanation of these two recipes! - Michelle

[@TheFlatTopKing]

You are so welcome!

[@JacobTerherst]

Tennessee Stud is a great song.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

VERY TRUE>>>

[@donaldsmith5641]

Sammiches look great. I make my own homemade balogna, so I regularly have grilled baloney and cheese. I guess I should call them a croque hillbilly. This morning I added an egg. Does that make it a croque hill belle?🤣🤣 Thanks for the video. Happy Sunday.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

ahahahha Have to be honest...what ever we call it...making your own bologna is top notch....cheers

[@donaldsmith5641]

@@TheFlatTopKing 🤣 Thanks.

[@shawnmcdonnell1779]

Wow. Looks a little to involved for me. But I have MS and the M doesn't stand for multitasking. 😅 I'd definitely order it at a restaurant tho. Good Vid. Be Blessed.😊

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Ty...

[@beauK2166]

I’ve been wanting to try the Hot Brown for awhile, can’t wait !! You nailed them, nice job!!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

TY...

[@gharv1313]

Awesome job Neal, looks fantastic 🤩 cheers brother 🍻

[@TheFlatTopKing]

cheers bud...

[@bobbicatton]

Delicious sandwiches, Neal!👍😋 I am one of those people that uses fresh nutmeg in cream based sauces (and cocktails).

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I need to step up my game for sure...cheers Bobbi...

[@techdavis]

Whether I’m making a béchamel or a sauce mornay, I always add nutmeg to mine. Have for years.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Awesome...thanks...i think i will start doing it as well

[@freedomaquatics6328]

That looks awesome.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks bud

[@rickmartin712]

I always and I mean every time! Forget the nutmeg! Maybe one of these days! 😆

[@TheFlatTopKing]

ahahhahaha cheers

[@prhilse]

Yes, I use fresh nutmeg in all of my cheese sauces.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

TY

[@partswiz1]

Great video Neal! Question--was there any advantage to placing the griddle on top of the grates instead of removing them and dropping the griddle down in the box? Thanks!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

nope...just laziness....I know your supposed to...but I have found I cant tell any different..

[@partswiz1]

I understand the laziness, I am the same way lol! Thanks.

[@laurievanbruggen3705]

Looks delicious , never put nutmeg in Bechamel Sause also black pepper we traditionally use white pepper

[@TheFlatTopKing]

True.....

[@TheDeadRabbit44]

I noticed you put the griddle insert on top of your grill grates. What's your reason for doing that? Have you noticed any temperature loss? Would you recommend doing it that way? Thank you for your content!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Honestly in this video it was more about laziness...I always try to go by manufacturers instructions especially on videos...It had been awhile since I had used it and just forgot all about it...I did think while it was heating up that I would not need the grease trap Because I wasn't really cooking anything...BUT to your question...I dont think so...I didn't have all burners on either...I think if your looking for a high heat style griddle this would not be it..but a very very fair substitute for just about anything

[@christinefarris5281]

🙌🙌🙌

[@darksidemachining]

Superb video. In the tv series Young Sheldon, Season 2 Episode 21: “A Broken Heart and A Crock Monster” the young kids were in a restaurant having dinner with their meemaw and her boyfriend. While reading the menu, her granddaughter Missy, asked what a “crock monster” (Croque Monsieur) was to which the boyfriend said it was a fancy ham and cheese sandwich. After she took a few bites Missy declared she was really liking the crock monster. Bet she definitely would have enjoyed your version of the crock monster.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

hhahahh thats funny....my youngest loves that show....I will ask her about it...ill say if Missy likes it..than......

[@frankmarullo228]

Good video Guys , but it's a little above my pay grade . Sure looks good ! THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA....

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks bud...

[@lancel6948]

Always add the nutmeg. Mexican grocery is a great place to find it at a good cost.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey great idea...thanks

[@garyhostetler3800]

Fresh nutmeg always- get a few nuts as they stay potent forever and make a huge difference in my mind.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

TY

[@maruca3112]

Late to the party. I’m from the nutmeg state LOL. I do use nutmeg a lot even in my banana bread and I do buy whole nutmeg and grate it.

[@daviddeane7765]

do you guys do a cook book?

[@TheFlatTopKing]

as of now we do not...we offer our recipes free on our websites.. www.theflattopking.com and www.pelletsandpits.com

[@davidbaranowski5814]

How about using a torch at the end to melt the cheese & give it that browning look,

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Absolutely you could....

[@beckyboatman7546]

Ye, I add Nutmeg to my cheese sauce for Mac and cheese. Or, any thing for a white sauces

[@TheFlatTopKing]

TY

[@wildernessman760]

lol when she said that's a big bite i'm surprised you bit your tongue.😂😂

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I didnt....I edited it out..hahhahaha

[@FishTheJim]

I always heard it as Croak not Cruck. They look delicious.

[@prccap]

I haven’t had anything but fresh nutmeg in my house for way over a decade at this point.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

TY

[@griddlecookeatandmore]

Never used nutmeg but did add granular chicken base.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Like a combination of bechamel and veloute...

[@bobjones6927]

So you laid the griddle on top on the grates? Never thought doing that. Is there any downside to doing that?

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Honestly in this video it was more about laziness...I always try to go by manufacturers instructions especially on videos...It had been awhile since I had used it and just forgot all about it...I did think while it was heating up that I would not need the grease trap Because I wasn't really cooking anything...BUT to your question...I dont think so...I didn't have all burners on either...I think if your looking for a high heat style griddle this would not be it..but a very very fair substitute for just about anything

[@DS-xl1ro]

Nice cook. Jacques Pepin will be proud of you! Any chance that Pit Boss will send you their new combo pellet grill/griddle to demo? It’s about half the price of the BS.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I opted not to get that one...I will be getting something...but on the Pellets and Pits side

[@millert06]

I grate my nutmeg for bechmale sauce. The nuts last almost forever. Not so for the pre ground. The pre ground has a very short shelf life

[@TheFlatTopKing]

TY

[@jerryleblanc913]

Nutmeg!!

[@davidward1259]

Neal, I thought the Weber griddle insert for the Genesis was supposed to replace the grates. I see in this video you have it on top of the grates. If it will work that way, it should also work on the Summit series (the grates are larger - deeper). I had emailed Weber a while back to see if they were bringing out one for the Summit series and they said nope. So is the unit sitting on the grate performing any different that sitting on the lips where the grates mount?

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I didnt think so..Just to clarify I cant go against manufacturer recommends...but that day since I knew not much was going down the drain and not much heat I was just lazy....looking back I probably should have but in a short answer I did not see any difference

[@michaelstewart9366]

I noticed you put the griddle on top of the racks. Have you noticed any difference? Would you recommend doing that?

[@TheFlatTopKing]

NO...honestly I wasnted paying attention..it did not affect anything...BUT...I try to go with companies recommendations because of my platform...it would be wrong of me...etc...I just released another video using it and removed the racks...

[@michaelstewart9366]

@@TheFlatTopKing yeah I saw that. I was like oh they are removed now.

[@michaelpennington9327]

Yes, I always put nutmeg in my béchamel. I didn’t know that you could make it without nutmeg. But, don’t use that pre-ground nutmeg life that. Nutmeg looses its flavor faster than almost any other spice. That jar will have no taste in about 2 months. Get whole nutmeg and grate it on a micro plane straight into the sauce.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Will do...thanks

[@donaldsheffer1701]

To get the freshest nutmeg you should grate it instead of from a jar.

[@sirdroll]

Nutmeg in bechamel? Absolument!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

my fault for not doing it..I should have been the whole time...

[@praetorxyn]

I bought a Camp Chef 3 burner camp stove in December to use the All-American 941 41 quart pressure canner on it as it's big enough that if I used it on the stovetop, it would likely burn my countertop. Those burners are also really hot, so what I did was put a diffuser plate down on the burner before I set the canner on it to try and reign in those temps some to protect the expensive canner. I imagine the same thing would work on that Weber burner. I feel like the only person in the world who can't stand ham and cheese together. I like ham. I like cheese. I decidedly do not like ham and cheese.

[@recklessgambit3385]

You must use the nutmeg or else it's not a bechamel. I don't always have fresh on hand.

[@kennystringfellow4923]

I never use nutmeg

[@paulsanders1373]

Neil, je suis désolé mais je n'ai pas compris ton français ! But I did enjoy your cook!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

hahaahha i didn't either...just about right up there with my english...ahhaha

[@Merica_dadgarage]

You made Dave Chappell sauce??😂😂

[@TheFlatTopKing]

haahahahahahaha

[@idonwantella2824]

What a croque of ....!!!! LOL

[@TheFlatTopKing]

ahhahha

[@michaelchorney2941]

I love your videos. But damn, I thought I butchered French pronunciation.

[@jeansos25071969]

its pronounced meussieu not mansour.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

ok...im not french..cant speak half the English language..did that change they way you watched the video...

[@jeansos25071969]

naaaa. I enjoy your videos man. just trying to make your french better tho... 🤗😘🤗🤗😍@@TheFlatTopKing

[@TheFlatTopKing]

ahahahh cheers@@jeansos25071969

[@harrybarker1408]

you lost me at "transfer to oven"