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Monte Cristo sandwich Cut at a diagonal topped with jelly and powdered sugar
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5 from 14 votes

Monte Cristo Sandwich

Grilled sandwich with ham, turkey and cheese that's dipped in an egg batter and pan fried. Top it with a dusting powdered sugar and jam.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2
Calories: 1174kcal
Author: Julie Evink

Ingredients

  • 6 slices sturdy white bread
  • 2 Tbsp yellow mustard
  • 4 Tbsp mayonnaise
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
  • 4 slices ham
  • 4 slices turkey
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 c. milk
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 Tbsp butter
  • 2 Tbsp powdered sugar optional
  • strawberry jam optional
  • maple syrup optional

Instructions

  • On a cutting board slice the crust off the slices of bread.
  • To build the sandwiches spread mustard and mayonnaise on two slices of bread. Top those two slices of bread with a slice of cheese and then 2 slices of ham on each slice of bread. Top the ham on each slice with another piece of bread. Then add 2 slices of turkey and another slice of cheese. Top with final piece of bread.
  • Next you will need to press the sandwich using the bottom of a frying pan or cutting board.
  • In a small bowl whisk together eggs, milk, and salt and pepper. Carefully dip each sandwich into mixture.
  • Preheat skillet over low heat and add butter. Melt butter in skillet then add the sandwich. Cook the first side 4-6 minutes or until golden brown, flip and cook an additional 4-5 minutes or until cooked through and cheese is melted.
  • Remove from pan and dust with powdered sugar if desired. You can also serve this with warm strawberry jam or maple syrup.

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Nutrition

Calories: 1174kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 55g | Fat: 82g | Saturated Fat: 35g | Cholesterol: 510mg | Sodium: 1874mg | Potassium: 589mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 1756IU | Calcium: 777mg | Iron: 5mg