Easy, Cheesy Croque Monsieur Recipe | Jacques Pépin Cooking at Home | KQED

Next time you've got a need for cheese, try Jacques Pépin's recipe for croque monsieur. This French bistro version of a sandwich classic is even simpler than an American grilled cheese. Instead of standing at the stove and flipping, this sandwich slides into the oven after assembly, baking at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes. A homey lunchtime favorite.
What you'll need:
4 slices of bread, 4 slices of Swiss cheese, 4 slices of ham, 4 tsp butter
Jacques Pépin Cooking At Home: Croque Monsier
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[@thomasdecarlo8543]

This man feels like a family member to me. It is always the little things with him that fascinate me like cutting the ham in half so the bread edge has a straight edge of ham. Watching him alone is like Christmas Day. Watching him and Julia together was liking having two Christmas days in one.

[@jackmace6531]

When he did that I just couldn't believe it. I couldn't help but start laughing with glee. For some reason it just makes me so happy. Then also like him just saying "things change" and snapping up a loose piece of ham in the same breath I was cracking up

[@chilaw2004]

Couldn’t agree more. Started watching him on local PBS as a newlywed and continued through all of his series since (especially his show with Julia), some several times now. He’s an enduring treasure. Highly recommend his book “The Apprentice” too!

[@Redskies453]

Do this with your omelets. Semi circle omelet in an 8 inch pan, line up the right angle of the quarter circle with opposite bread corners. I do mine with cheese and jalapeño sauce.

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[@TastyTardis]

@@user-ij4yi6mb1f But in Islam I can't eat ham and such can't make Croque Monsieur. I'm sorry but I'll have to go with Croque Monsieur.

[@johnhrussell8573]

I love the way that he says "Things change" and leaves it at that, instead of being hung up in the past.

[@anthonylawrence5190]

I could watch Mr. Pepin all day.

[@godsowndrunk1118]

Of course, you'd have to stop for a lunch break....or two.

[@kaevonroach4876]

Me 2

[@iaminevitable_]

Me too 🥹

[@tonymccaul7159]

Me too!

[@user-er8kz2jg6o]

Same. I wish people were still like him.

[@gregl.7465]

“…but you know, things change.” Indeed they do.

[@vel2118]

everything changes except change itself

[@griffinmcpherson16]

I find this man incredibly comforting

[@realinohio]

I was eating in my hotel in Bogota Colombia years ago and look up to see Jacques Pepin sitting at the table next to me. I had to say hello He was very nice

[@kqed]

He's genuinely kind. What a treat to bump into him!

[@adrianthomas6899]

I’m so impressed, the sign of true genius is simplicity

[@M1xBlender]

My favorite thing is how casually he brings up old school definitions of things, like how a croque madam was just chicken and there was no egg involved. No spite, no bitterness. "things change"

[@benkilledit]

Support public broadcasting without it we would have never have been introduced to a gem like Mr. Pepin.

[@Kingfisher1215]

Public broadcasting was the only place you could get cooking shows years ago. Jacque, Julia, Graham Ker, Jeff Smith, and others used to have shows.

[@billc6087]

0:34 I love how he carefully slices the first piece of ham and when we need a little more he just rips the second piece! So wonderful!

[@Solid_Jackson]

Wtf 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@f.g.5967]

pulled pork

[@shyamdevadas6099]

Jacques is a national treasure. If I had to choose one celebrity chef to teach children to cook, it would be him. He's not bombastic, flamboyant, or edgy. He doesn't intimidate or posture. Instead, he conveys simplicity without dumbing-down the need for technique and good ingredients. He also does this FAST, in real time! But, his true magic comes from the way he weaves in the tradition, sentiment, and cultural significance of these foods. My mother is 92 and when she watches Jacques its as if she is watching a member of her own family. I wish we had more of this spiritual generosity in the programs we watch.

[@DARRBEV]

You got it , for me he is cooking at its purest form in beauty. He is my family.

[@Solid_Jackson]

But he’s not….

[@tbone5040]

I totally love the lack of "Bam!!!!" or any of the other affectations so common with many people cooking for social media.

[@ViperT24]

And the way he casually accepts that the Croque Madame has changed over the years...too many chefs have this ridiculous rigid thinking, that the first incarnation of a dish is the ONLY way it can ever be served, and here's this dude, a legit French gourmet chef, just casually brushing it off like "yeah, things change, whatever"...so much respect

[@shyamdevadas6099]

@@ViperT24 I agree in principle, but what you suggest couldn't be an absolute in history. Ingredients change over time due to a variety of reasons. Cuisine would never evolve and we would be eating the same stuff today that they had centuries ago.

[@micntr]

I love how the French make the most basic things seem so luxurious. “I present to you a la ham and ch-I mean croque monsieur.”

[@kqed]

😆

[@avecsellers]

I mean croque monsieur just means a "Mr Crispy" or "Mr Crunchy." It doesn't sound luxurious to a French person

[@worldcitizeng6507]

​@@avecsellerswell, the monsieur part.. .. calling a ham and cheese sandwich Mr 😁

[@jr2saints]

​@avecsellers well no shit

[@vladgladkov237]

Thank a lot good video

[@TheDkbohde]

This is the first video I have seen with Mr. Pepin. I am a fan.

[@scootchieandboo7475]

I love the left over crusts with a bowl of split pea n ham soup.

[@m.-fp8rd]

So simple, yet once again I learned something new (cutting the ham for a straight edge). Loved how easily Jacques noted how things change over time when talking about Croque Madame and todays egg on top vs. the chicken filling he was familiar with from back in the day. You ever cease to inspire. Thank you Chef!

[@autumnstarrs]

I didn't know about Chef Pepin until I saw something where Anthony Bourdain mentioned him. Now I watch/ listen to his videos to calm my brain. What a treasure I missed out on but it's been great getting to know him the last few years through these videos. 😊

[@mham1330]

Sounds like that you have a lot of catching up to do. He not only cooks, but he also does art work as well plus he has cook books out on the market for people to buy, enjoy, and learn from.😊

[@grantsmith505]

​@@mham1330 Two of his books are fundamental to cooking Almost every knowledgeable chef I ever met are aware of his influence

[@joaovitorjoaovitor]

Jacques has such a passion for cooking, but also for teaching. He is a treasure!

[@elusivelectron]

I sould love this sandwich with mustard and pickles.

[@The3Storms]

@@elusivelectronadd pulled pork and you’ve got a crunchy Cubano.

[@rolytnz]

Only Jacques Pépin can make a ham-and-cheese toastie look like a gourmet meal.

[@rick1368]

I tried, it's actually better with a kraft single lmao

[@Bisonzilla]

Kraft single? 🤮

[@worldcitizeng6507]

@@rick1368 don't tell the French! They'll be insulted 😅 you must use formage

[@oscaravila2481]

Adorable old man making a snack

[@RonaldOlszewski]

Other cooking channels: "here's a recipe that takes 20 ingredients and 2 hours time Jacque's channel: "Here's a 4 ingredient sandwich that takes 15 minutes" ❤

[@yankis.]

I mean... it's a sandwich, not a French onion soup

[@EarthChickadee]

He's got an easy French Onion soup you should check out. Easy and really doesn't take much time nor "effort" really. @@yankis.

[@JCrashB]

I'd simply inhale that. Merci beaucoup Monsieur Pépin!

[@timothyhays1817]

Always loved he snacks on the trimmings.

[@GRAFHC]

Always nice to see him in new videos... just an absolute legend.

[@jbjacobs9514]

I remember when I used to watch him on PBS, I also ran out and bought his cookbooks! I love you Mr. Pepin; thank you for so many wonderful recipes and wonderful recipes - my heart feels warm and happy to see you here - you also make me remember my mom and dad, who were both huge fans of yours!

[@madelinejones9745]

one of my favorite sandwiches done by my favorite chef ♡

[@r8chlletters]

“Things change” yes Jacques they sure do 🤍

[@JohnBasedowYoda]

I’ve never seen anything browned so perfectly and evenly

[@Orson_Welp]

The color on that bread is delightful

[@cavemanrob]

Youngest son's favorite lunchtime!

[@ilzambongo1401]

Só simple and straightforward. Besides it's always good to watch Mr. Pepin. Thanks for posting this

[@happycat3399]

He can make any dish seem more elegant than it even realized it was 😀 Toasted ham and cheese in the oven… yummm. ( and not as messy!) Pepin style. Presenting The Croque Monsieur ❤️❤️❤️

[@myturn1274]

He is a gift for humanity. Food is how we show love. Thank you 😊

[@sheltiepeas]

Thank you Chef Pepin! ❤

[@shawnamericanrebel5676]

THANK YOU MR. PEPIN for all you have done 🫡

[@andrewwalley9589]

The anticipation for these videos never gets old. Keep them coming!

[@robertsterner2145]

It's always a pleasure to see the master at work.

[@NT312]

Thank you for so many years of your teachings, Monsieur Pépin! ❤❤

[@Doodlepopper]

Never have I ever been so mesmerised by a ham and cheese toastie

[@sianwarwick633]

I never really toast ham and cheese sandwich

[@PeterWiernicki]

Jacques Pepin is my favorite chef of all time.

[@Alla-sv6cq]

Professional,beautiful,appetizing!Thank you!👑👌

[@sadikalsayedi5369]

Watching his videos make my day better.

[@feedwinnie]

I'm so happy Jaques is back on KZbin!!! ❤

[@charlescabana7849]

Always learn something. Thank you.

[@Jae..9..]

I love Mr. Pepin! I’ve watched him since I was a child.

[@newtownproductions]

Watching Mr. Pepin the whole day. Thanks Chef.

[@timothyszabo7236]

Easy Croque Monsieur of the gods!!! That looks good!!!

[@adnanefakir8260]

Grandma is really lucky to have him

[@Mary-sd6bo]

Simple and delicious...thank you Mr. Pepin.

[@JustFrikenRy]

Thank you Jacques for all that you do.

[@french.blackdevil1967]

My daughter and l don't like béchamel and l do my croque monsieur like this since 40 years.... She is 11 and me 56

[@robertmarks713]

Thank you for sharing your vast knowledge, Chef Pépin! You, Sir, are a Legend!

[@warrens6479]

So lovely and simple. I love the variations that add bechamel to the bread and grilled and baked with melted cheese on the top.

[@micherunnett5492]

I made these with a soft fried egg in the centre and jam dip(for me) for hungover chefs on Sunday mornings, I never knew it was an actual recipe. 40 years later thanks to JP I realize they were humouring me

[@eternelfumier2187]

Magnifique ce repas Jacques 🙏🙏🙏

[@chaddawgpanisi294]

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[@AaronThomas8]

Such good memories of watching him in my grandmother's kitchen on a tiny black and white TV broadcast from our local PBS station ❤

[@blt4life112]

I can't get over how perfectly even the browning is. I'm definitely gonna try the oven next time.

[@DARRBEV]

I thought the same, bet I can't do that first time, but I will try. Lol

[@wwland]

A true master.

[@awesomemom533]

I love Jacques Pepin 😊

[@DARRBEV]

So many of my favourite cooks I learnt from Peppin. He is a god.

[@barbarasullivan6752]

I make sure to have this when I'm in paris. Yum.😊

[@karengarcia4939]

Looks delish. Easy Peasy. Thank you for the quick to make cheese and ham sandwich or bites to pass around. 🙂

[@SRGoldfish]

Cooking made simple. Love it. Making it tomorrow.

[@kqed]

Happy cooking!

[@jpeezie3192]

God bless this man

[@patallen5095]

Thank You, Monsieur Pepin!! 👍

[@felixbull1604]

I'm learning so much, such a fun video.

[@marksummers666]

ive watched this 50x, easily. i'll never get tired of it.

[@master00booya]

Thank you chef

[@bonnadowns524]

Thanks you Jacques 🙏🤩👌

[@louisedost8476]

Love his voice! I could listen to him talk all day😮❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊‼️❤️😊

[@nicholasdomitraschuk1689]

LOVE THIS SANDWICH

[@examoseley2]

You’re the best!!

[@kristinabolba1351]

love you omg thank you.

[@SpaceMiner007]

Thanks again, Chief Chef!

[@StacyK0731]

Wow!! The whole time I'm watching this I'm thinking "ok, grilled ham and cheese just with a fancy French word" then he throws a curve ball and bakes it and trims it and totally takes it to a whole new level!! I shouldn't be amazed because OfCourse this is Jacques Pepin we are talking about, and I adore him. He never disappoints!! Jacques if you're ever in Central Florida I'll treat to the best restaurant money can buy 🙂 xoxox

[@nocraic]

He doesn't want to go to Wendys

[@hungrydad7537]

😂😂😂😂 Seriously cutting the crust off is throwing a curve ball to you and baking it OMG have you been living under a rock your whole life this is the worst example of a croak monsieur ever

[@syedrehanfida]

Thank you!

[@jonschouela]

i love jacques pepin

[@dstrohlds]

Jacques, I've been watching you for years now, old videos and new. You, are my favorite chef. You take your time, make complicated processes simple, and have taught me so much through out the years. Thank you for still sharing your passion. We all appreciate it, and many of us will hand down what we learn from you. Cheers, to Jacques!

[@bb001a]

I've just discovered this guy, fantastic, thank you KZbin.

[@DominicMagrinoMassageTherapist]

I love him so much

[@grantsmith505]

Thanks uncle Jack

[@dirtporcelain]

Love Mr. and Mrs. Crunchy

[@eldorondable]

Merci Jacques

[@saynotop2w]

Such a simple yet great tasting meal

[@kloppmonster]

Just came home from a 12h shift, all i wanted to see is a good man making a Croque Monsieur and i wish i had one right now.

[@JuniorFarquar]

A grilled ham and cheese. Love it!

[@andreasjacovides4800]

Wonderful ❤

[@afterburner94]

Ohlalala mais chef Pépin est un maitre de l'ASMR! Incroyable ! Video supdr relaxante et qui donne faim!

[@HELIXGHOST]

Fabulous jacques. Love from Montreal Quebec.

[@LoneWolf_RO]

bruh where have u been....1st video i see from this guy and i LOVE IT!!

[@briangeraghty1555]

Fabulous

[@barbarahamilton3561]

Merci .! Bon appétit 😋

[@stooge81]

Oftentimes our greatest national treasures are imported. Thanks for keeping it real, Jacques.

[@jimmyp6443]

Yes chef

[@parv25]

I dont know why, but this man amazes me!

[@RealBigBadJohn]

Excelente!

[@kwekwlos]

Looks great, I'm gonna try to make it myself

[@samanthababe716]

Yummy looks so good 🧡👍👍

[@jimb5796]

Jacques Pepin could pour tap water in a glass and I'm sure it would be delicious. Great man!

[@aeharder]

I love Jacque so much. This is somehow so nosalgic, even though I don't know him, never ate this sandwich, and didn't know who he was until 5 days ago.

[@maryannie2621]

You will always be able to read his books. Start with The Apprentice.

[@worldcitizeng6507]

Seriously?😮 his lengdary omelet is a master class and he used to cooked for French president

[@Skelterz]

For me it’s the way he says “Things change” it makes the video I came back for that alone.