Check out the recipe: www.allrecipes.com/Recipe/264681/Madame-Cristo-Grilled-Ham-and-Cheese/

I began teaching myself to cook at the tender age of 8 years; my mother - a great and locally renowned cook herself - strongly objected as it was “not appropriate for a man to cook”. I completely disregarded her admonishment and have loved cooking all my life. I am now 74 years old and, like my mother, am renowned among my friends and family as being a wonderful cook. In every one of your videos I hear the words of a fellow soulmate who loves food, and most tellingly loves to share his favorite tasty treats with the people he loves! Thank you, Chef John.

By the way, I do plan on posting a fairly classic croque madame at some point!

For all you folks struggling with the voice, hang in there, be patient, in time, and not a very long time it will grow on you. Infact, for many of you it will become one of the more endearing parts of the Chef John/Food Wishes experience.

Made this today for brunch and it was a huge hit! I did more of a French Toast batter adding vanilla and cinnamon to the ingredient deck. So delicious! Thank you :)

Of all your dishes I’ve ever seen, this is the most recent.

You’re the man chef John. Thanks for your extreme patience in explaining whY we use zest instead of juice so many times

Out of all the years I've watched KZfaq and all the years I've followed your videos, this is my first time commenting on any video. I just had to say that this almost exact recipe has been in my brain for years. I love both a Monte Cristo and a croque madame but any time I see either of these in a restaurant I think to my self I wish could add an egg to this or I wish this was fench toast. this combines my two favourite sandwiches. While this is fairly simply I just never thought to try it myself. Thank you for being awesome. Now I'm hungry

That poached egg is so perfect, I thought it was a dollop of sour cream in the thumbnail

Not having the greatest night (mental health stuff, it's all good though) - watching this legit calmed my nerves and helped me settle down. Your videos have always been so relaxing. You the man, Chef.

Have to agree,you’re delivery is priceless. Thanks for the video!

Every time I watch one of your videos, I always feel like "I wanna make this!" - I love cooking and these videos are always so inspiring. Thank you!

What do you do for a living? Uhm....I am a ham geometrist.

"white, tasteless, and devoid of any nutritional content" ... I feel personally attacked

YOU NEED TO BE AWARDED THE NOBLE PEACE PRIZE AN OSCAR AND A GRAMMY FOR THAT IDEA OF CUTTING THE COLD CUTS TO BE EVEN WITH THE CORNERS !!! I love you ❤️

Thanks for an eloquent demonstration....something I could make for my gal when she's not feeling well, but served with sophistication and love....you Rock Chef!

Omg when Chef John cut into that poached egg, I melted. It's been a while since I had a delicious breakfast. I'm making this tomorrow no doubt

Chef John. You have just made my absolute favorite sandwich in the world that I didn't even know existed. I will learn how to poach an egg just so I can make this because every element of this recipe made me super keen to try it out.

I have never clicked off of another video so fast in my life. It's all for you, Chef John, it's all for you!

I love how it sounds like he’s asking a question after every sentence. Very entertaining, looks good too!

Tried this today. Delicious. You are the best food wishes!!! ❣

Thinking about majoring in ham geometry with a minor in salami trigonometry

I remember my first Monte Cristo at Tarentinos (sp) on Fishermens wharf in S.F. thought I had died and gone to heaven! This is much simpler to make and I believe will be just as good. Thank you so much for presenting this.

I watched so many versions and I gotta say your sandwich and Emmy is by far the best!

Honestly one day i want to see chef John on: "beat Bobby Flay," Just his relaxed voice going along with that show would be so sweet! And not to mention, he would win :p

His recipes turn out excellent....and he looks like my dad!❤

I love watching your videos, more than any other cooking videos. You make everything look easy and interesting. I mean, this simple little delight is something I could never think up myself, but you construct a delicious little masterpiece with stuff that most houses have got. Great stuff John!

Listening to you describe your recipes is always a joy

OK, you really got to me. Now I'm really hungry. I hope you are proud of yourself. Great job Chef.

Never thought about toasting the bread before hand...Great idea chef👍🏽

I just made this and it was INCREDIBLE. I did a little bit of Dijon mustard on the inside, but otherwise did it exactly as written and it was so good.

Decided to make this for breakfast the minute I watched the video. It's fantastic and now one of my favorite quick recipes!

Huh, I did this a couple of times, too, but in a bit different way. I prefer soaking the bread first, then pan-frying both pieces on the one side, flipping it over, laying the cheese (and ham, too) on one piece. I then proceed to lay another piece of bread on top of the stuffing, and fry a bit more, maybe flipping occasionally. That way bread gets that delicious French toast feeling on both sides, and the stuffing warms up faster (since it touches the freshly fried sides).

This reminded me my mother loves poached eggs (though I've never seen her eat one). This could be a nice surprise dish to make for breakfast for her Mother's Day. Thanks, Chef!

Chef John, I love this recipe but then I’ve watched lots of your recipes and really understood your extra (usually naughty) touches. Your food has an exciting and fun side to it. Not for dieters but for normal people who loooooooove to eat. Thank you.

And as ALWAYS....SCRUMPTIOUS! Thanks Chef John!

Why not take it a step further and serve it with a Hollandaise sauce? Then it'd be a Madame Cristo Benedict.

Mother’s Day is coming up. This is the perfect meal while pretending to like my relatives.

Chef John, u are my hero! U keep inspiring to make those dishes and they never disappoint.Thanks.

Chef John I enjoy your recipes as well as your funny comments... it’s always a pleasure to watch your videos and I thank you this... lots of love from Romania!🤗

This going to be a very random comment.. But, here it goes: I'm 32 years old, but my father passed away when I was only 17. He and I we're best friends. I still miss him very very much, although it's been so long. This channel popped up in my recommended. The sandwich looked good so I figured I'd check it out. To my surprise- the way u speak, and even your little puns, remind me so much of my dad. It really brought a smile to my face. I have a 13 year old son who was born only a week after i lost my father. (and he is my dad's carbon copy) I'm sure my son will love this sandwich just as much as I'm sure Dad would have.☺ can't wait to have him try it. Thank u for sharing your creation and personality. Definitely subscribing.

"white, tasteless and void of any nutritional content" This made me laugh too much

I have already requested this for mother’s day. It looks amazing.

For some reason reminded me of the White House sandwich they use to have at Gimbles in Milwaukee. Those were so good. Every so often I make them.

That's one sick hangover sandwich. I'd just swap the poached egg for the sunny side up version because, well, hangover.

I think I would add another layer of cheese between the ham, to make sure it all sticks together.

it's easier than inventing the round bread! hahaha, best episode ever, I gained total new perspective on fitting roundly shaped ham to square sliced bread, love it

Wow. I was total hooked on making this for myself when you described at the end as, "...hot honey ham with melted havarti sandwich between crispy fried french toast top off with a poached egg would be delicious..."

I made the Hawaiian Sweet Bread version of this and YUM!

Maybe do in a panini press? Cause the day never gets too teeny for the use of panini

my sis has celiac disease must try this for her thanks john for giving me recipe ideas for celiac sufferers plus if you bake piece of toasted bread sluced tomatos plus cheese slices tastes good

Just wonderful chef John,may god bless you.

Nice one, thank you. Do you take requests, please? If so, I'd love a great Singapore Chow Mei Fun recipe. Thanks in advance.

oh im gonna make chef johns recipe everyday for a month... *buys 2 tons of cayenne*

My husband will love this! You’re awesome! Thank you 🙏🏻

This channel literally is my secret to making my partner feel special on Birthdays, Anniversaries or if I want to go out and hang with friends.

Looks so good love your videos 🤪

Need to to make one now.

Oh man chef John, you're the greatest!! I've been following your recipes for years now, and everything I've made has been amazing. Your videos are so good, and I love your sense of humour. You're freakin awesome. Thanks for the entertainment and recipes 😉.

This channel got me jacked up. Cant stop watching. Love the commentary.

lmao i thought that egg was cream cheese or something at first

*I ABSOLUTELY NEED TO TRY THIS YUMMY RECIPE!!!!!!* 👌😬😋

I love this guy. Not only does the food look good..he makes me laugh. Great videos!

For years I've been making almost this exact sandwich, except that I always include a layer of turkey. so cool to see something like it pop up here

*MADAM CRISTO NOT AFRAID TO SHOW THE FULL MONTE*

*You are after all the Rob Lowe of your Madame Cristo!😉*

Yes! I need this sandwich in my life. Thank you Chef John!

your recipes are always spot on. they all include the secret ingredient, love.

Replace the ham with smoked salmon, and you have my ideal breakfast. :-)

This video won't stop buffering foe some strange reason. All other videos on your channel or others are fine. Reminds me of old vines days.

Thank you chef john. I have never heard of this. Will try it tomorrow. Be safe. You are the best of the best.

BTW you are the best! I love your technique and creativity and now before I plan my dinners I always watch your videos and get ideas. They are always a hit, thank you for sharing your knowledge with us foodies. Love your sense of humor on the videos, They are so much fun to watch and to listen ...great calming voice you have .❤❤❤ love your channel. I watch you everyday.

A great sandwich that was made by Yoda!

Going to make this at work everyone’s going to ask me to make them one 😂

oh MAN this turned out so tasty!! Definitely a new favorite, and one I will bring out for (hungover) friends, and special occasions with family. Thank you Chef John!!

Beautiful sandwich...I and the lovely wife will have this for a Sunday brunch. Thank you.

Is it me, or is he getting more and more roller-coaster-y on each subsequent video? :-D

I just realized your logo is a spoon swirling sauce :) after all this time :) I'm a slow one😂

.....Chef John you are a madman and I am here for it.

that sandwich looks REALLY good. it seems so SIMPLE TO make. and i cant wait to share it with my FAMILY AND friends. thank you for this GREAT video.

Why won't this video play? I have no problem watching other videos. I've tried 5 times now

For some reason this video always buffers! I can watch ANY other video on KZfaq! I need my food wishes yt!!!

When eating a Monte Cristo, I have a side plate with raspberry jam, real maple syrup and Dijon mustard, and dip bites alternatively. Extraordinary.

I literally drooled as you cut in to that egg. Oh man, I so know what I’m having for lunch tomorrow. 🤤

When the music starts and you can’t remember if you’re watching food wishes or half in the bag

You are the Dwight Yoakham of your yolk and ham.

You Sir are the Maestro of cooking ! Keep em coming , luv replicating your dishes ! lol or at least try to!

I made this for breakfast today... I'm making this for breakfast every day from now on.

This video is messed up Jon, it plays in 3 second intervals. I can't watch it like this... sorry.

There's that word again, forkin.......with an added full frontal. Chef needs a romantic weekend away!

You make this look so easy. I had burnt toast, not melted cheese, and cold ham. Ugh. Just don't know what I am doing wrong. You are an inspiration man! Keep up the awesome vids!

You are just the best chef ever

Just don’t post this to r/grilledcheese. They’ll yell at you and call it a melt

Your speech pattern is freaking me out! Btw loved the recipe

Just made one of these tonight (although not nearly as well made as yours haha) but WOW it tastes fantastic. I opted to use Swiss chiss instead and fried my egg, and it was heavenly. Did accidentally have my heat too high when I was making the toast but it still turned out really delicious

Thank you Chef! I'm making this for my wife for a early dinner today!

You had me at havarti

That is one tight egg white. Free range eggs?

Very nice ! Simple, easy and quick. Thanks.

Mother's day is coming up this week. This looks perfect for her breakfast.