Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe

Name: Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 serving
Ingredients: 4 slices white bread; 6 ounces gruyere cheese; 6 ounces thinly sliced ham; 2 teaspoons stone ground or dijon mustard; 2 eggs; 1/4 cup milk; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla; 4 tablespoons butter; powdered sugar and raspberry jam for serving

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings
2
Calories
801 kcal
Course
Lunch
Cuisine
European

Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe

Farrah Baldwin

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Elevate your sandwich game with the Monte Cristo Sandwich, a gourmet delight blending rich Gruyère, savory ham, and mustard, nestled in egg-dipped bread, dusting with powdered sugar and raspberry jam.

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Ingredients

Servings

4 slices white bread
6 ounces gruyere cheese shredded
6 ounces thinly sliced ham
2 teaspoons stone ground or dijon mustard
2 eggs lightly beaten
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
4 tablespoons butter
powdered sugar and raspberry jam for serving

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Instructions

Lay a slice of bread on a cutting board and top with one-quarter (1 1/2 ounces) of the shredded cheese. Place half of the ham (3 ounces) on top of the cheese and smear with 1 teaspoon of mustard. Top with another quarter of the cheese, then a second piece of bread. Repeat with the remaining bread, cheese, meat, and mustard to form a second sandwich.
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Mix the beaten eggs, milk, and vanilla in a shallow bowl. Use both hands to pick up a completed sandwich and dip both sides into the egg mixture.
Add the soaked sandwich to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and repeat the dipping and grilling process with the second sandwich. Slice each sandwich on the diagonal. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve with a side of jam.

Notes

Store any leftover Monte Cristo sandwiches in the refrigerator, tightly wrapped in aluminum foil, or placed in an airtight container. They'll stay good for up to 2 days. Freezing isn't recommended as the bread may become soggy when thawed.
To reheat, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 801kcal (40%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 56g (112%) Fat 50g (77%) Saturated Fat 24g (120%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Monounsaturated Fat 18g Trans Fat 0.03g Cholesterol 317mg (106%) Sodium 2021mg (84%) Potassium 526mg (15%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 1147IU (23%) Vitamin C 0.02mg (0%) Calcium 1070mg (107%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 801 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1serving
Calories	801kcal	40%
Carbohydrates	29g	10%
Protein	56g	112%
Fat	50g	77%
Saturated Fat	24g	120%
Polyunsaturated Fat	5g	29%
Monounsaturated Fat	18g	90%
Trans Fat	0.03g	2%
Cholesterol	317mg	106%
Sodium	2021mg	84%
Potassium	526mg	11%
Fiber	1g	4%
Sugar	7g	14%
Vitamin A	1147IU	23%
Vitamin C	0.02mg	0%
Calcium	1070mg	107%
Iron	3mg	17%