Monte Cristo Sandwich
A delightful and comforting sandwich featuring savory ham, tender turkey, and creamy Swiss cheese, perfectly fried for a crispy exterior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of bread (white or wheat)
- 1 slice of ham
- 1 slice of turkey or chicken
- 1 slice of Swiss cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Butter for frying
- Powdered sugar (optional)
- Jelly or jam for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and melt a bit of butter.
- Assemble the sandwich by layering the ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese between the slices of bread.
- Whisk together the egg, milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Dip the sandwich in the egg mixture, ensuring it’s well coated on both sides.
- Place the sandwich in the hot skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Serve hot, dusted with powdered sugar and with jelly or jam on the side if desired.
Notes
This sandwich pairs wonderfully with a simple green salad or crispy fries. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 280mg
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