How a Master French Chef Makes Croque Monsieur | Fundamental French Cooking | Bon Appétit

Learn how to make Croque Monsieur with master French chef Alexia Duchêne. Alexia breaks down every step behind one of France's most iconic sandwiches, from making a classic roux and silky béchamel to choosing the best bread, ham, and cheese for the ultimate golden, gooey finish. Feeling inspired? Follow this recipe to make your own at home: https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/bistro-style-croque-monsieur 00:00 Intro 00:14 Roux and Béchamel 06:18 Bread 07:31 Filling 08:36 Vinaigrette 10:48 Build Sandwich 12:11 Cook Sandwich 14:44 Assemble Salad 16:00 Eat Want Bon Appétit shirts, hats and more? https://shop.bonappetit.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_brand=ba&utm_campaign=aud-dev&utm_medium=video&utm_content=merch-shop-promo Still haven’t subscribed to Bon Appétit on YouTube? ►► http://bit.ly/1TLeyPn Want more Bon Appétit in your life? Subscribe to the magazine! https://bit.ly/313UWRu ABOUT BON APPÉTIT Bon Appétit is a highly opinionated food brand that wants everyone to love cooking and eating as much as we do. We believe in seasonal produce, properly salted pasta water, and developing recipes that anyone can make at home.