Monte Cristo Sandwich
A classic Monte Cristo sandwich, a fried ham and cheese sandwich dipped in egg and fried to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 slices white bread
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices ham
- 2 large eggs
- 0.125 cup milk
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Make sandwiches by layering ham and cheese between two slices of bread.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides.
- Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Fry sandwiches for about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately, optionally dusted with powdered sugar and with jam for dipping.
Notes
This sandwich is best served warm. Powdered sugar and raspberry jam are traditional accompaniments.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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