Is there any better combo than ham and cheese? Well, yes: ham, cheese, and puff pastry. Oh, and a creamy béchamel sauce... we’ll explain. We took the croque monsieur, a classic French sandwich made ...

As the days grow shorter, my cooking leans toward comfort. Be forewarned, I like my comfort food with a bit of flair and plenty of warm cheese, which means croque-monsieur is a favorite. Gruyere's ...

As the days grow shorter, my cooking leans toward comfort. Be forewarned, I like my comfort food with a bit of flair and plenty of warm cheese. Freshly shredded, it improves any macaroni and cheese.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Croque monsieur on plate - Vladimir Mironov/Getty Images The French have a way of elevating simple cuisine, including sandwiches.

In France, Croque Monsieur are served in cafes and bars as a snack. Every food seems to taste better in its French derivation and these grilled ham and cheese sandwiches are no exception. The ...

Butter an 8-by-4-inch loaf pan and line with oiled parchment paper. Begin layering the croque monsieur by lining the bottom of the loaf pan with bread (use 2 slices for each layer). Dot the first ...

Grilled cheese can be considered a universal comfort food, and this can be seen in its many varieties from different ...

Ina Garten makes French cooking easy. The Food Network star’s many Barefoot Contessa recipes include versions of French classics. Garten gives them a Barefoot Contessa twist, making the recipes simple ...