Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Monte Cristo Sandwich! Crispy, golden-brown bread filled with layers of ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese. A sweet twist with a dusting of powdered sugar and the perfect side of jam for dipping. A deliciously satisfying meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices of bread (white or brioche)
- 4 slices of ham
- 4 slices of turkey or chicken
- 4 slices of Swiss cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Raspberry or strawberry jam (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and Dijon mustard (optional).
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Place four slices of bread on a flat surface. Layer each with one slice of ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese. Top with another slice of bread.
- Dip the Sandwiches: Carefully dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides evenly.
- Cook the Sandwiches: Heat butter in a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Once melted, add the sandwiches and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and serve with raspberry or strawberry jam for dipping.
Notes
- If you prefer a stronger flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder or onion powder to the egg mixture.
- Feel free to swap Swiss cheese for Gruyère or cheddar if you prefer.
- For an extra crispy crust, use brioche bread for a rich, buttery texture.
- This recipe makes four sandwiches but can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Comfort Food
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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