Croque Monsieur is a classic French toasted ham-and-cheese sandwich, traditionally made with brioche or pain de mie, topped with cheese and grilled to a bubbly finish. The phrase designates the dish rather than a person, with a long-standing culinary history in Parisian bistro culture. In everyday use, it refers to the warm, melty sandwich you’d commonly order as a savory snack or meal.
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