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Monte Cristo

Looking for an old fashioned Monte Cristo recipe? This copycat of the Disney Monte Cristo tastes every bit as good as the theme park's famous sandwich.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 518 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf wheat or white bread 18 slices
  • 2 packages Pillsbury crescent rolls or the new sheets works better
  • ½ lb Thinly sliced turkey
  • ½ lb thinly sliced ham
  • 6 slices Provolone cheese
  • 6 slices American cheese
  • cooking oil
  • raspberry jam for dipping
  • powdered sugar to garnish

Instructions

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  1. Stack three slices of bread on top of each other and cut off crusts on all four sides. Repeat for remaining 5 sandwiches.
  2. On first slice of bread, layer turkey with one slice of American cheese. Top with a slice of bread, a layer of ham and one slice of provolone cheese. Complete the sandwich with a slice of bread. Repeat for remaining 5 sandwiches.
  3. On lightly floured surface, open one package of Crescent rolls. Stretch and roll the dough until it is nearly twice the size. Cut 3 strips from the dough. Wrap one sandwich in one strip of dough. Wet fingertips to wet the seams and pinch them together. Repeat with last two strips, then repeat with second package of dough until all 6 sandwiches are covered.
  4. In large skillet, heat canola oil (about 1 inch deep) until very hot (sprinkle of flour should make it sizzle). Working 3 sandwiches at a time, place them flat side down in oil. They should brown in 1-2 minutes. Flip all sandwiches until all sides are browned. Remove from oil and repeat for remaining sandwiches. While sandwiches are hot, sprinkle with powdered sugar, serve and dip in raspberry jam. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Tip for Frying: To check if your oil is hot enough, sprinkle a little flour into the pan first. If it sizzles right away (without smoking), you’re good to go. Keep an eye on the Monte Cristo as they’re frying and adjust the heat as needed. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 518kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 57g (19%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Polyunsaturated Fat 8g Cholesterol 85mg (28%) Sodium 1401mg (58%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 26g (52%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 518

% Daily Value*

Calories 518kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 57g 19%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8g 47%
Cholesterol 85mg 28%
Sodium 1401mg 58%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 26g 52%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.