Monte Cristo Sandwich

A delicious and indulgent sandwich that combines ham, turkey, and cheese, dipped in egg batter and fried for a crispy finish, served with powdered sugar and jam.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Total Time 18

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Brunch, Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American, French

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Sandwich

4 slices Bread (white or brioche) Thicker slices work best.
4 slices Cheese (Swiss, provolone, or Gruyere) Use two slices per sandwich.
4 slices Ham (or turkey) Deli slices work great.

For the Egg Dip

2 large Eggs For dipping.
1 splash Milk or half and half Makes the dip creamy.
1 pinch Salt
1 pinch Pepper

For Cooking and Serving

2 tbsp Butter or oil For frying.
1 tbsp Powdered sugar Optional, for serving.
to taste Jam (raspberry or strawberry) For dipping.

Method

Preparation

Build the sandwiches by laying out your bread, adding cheese, then ham and/or turkey, then another slice of cheese, then topping with another slice of bread.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, a splash of milk, salt, and pepper to make the egg dip.

Cooking

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or a mix of butter and oil.
Dip each sandwich quickly in the egg mixture, flipping to coat both sides, then place them in the hot pan.
Cook until golden, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Lower the heat if the bread browns too quickly.

Serving

Let sandwiches rest for a minute to allow the cheese to settle. Dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve with jam.

Notes

Tip: Do not overload the sandwich to prevent cheese leakage. It can also be baked at 425°F for a healthier option.