Description
A deliciously comforting Monte Cristo sandwich, combining savory meats, creamy cheese, and a hint of sweetness for a perfect flavor balance.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of bread (white or brioche)
- 2 slices of ham
- 2 slices of turkey or chicken
- 2 slices of Swiss cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Butter for frying
- Powdered sugar (optional, for serving)
- Raspberry or strawberry jam (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Begin by placing your non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a generous pat of butter and let it melt.
- Layer your sandwich: Assemble the sandwich with one slice of bread, then stack the ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese. Top with the second slice of bread.
- Whisk the egg mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the sandwich: Dip the assembled sandwich in the egg mixture, ensuring each side is well-coated.
- Cook to perfection: Place the sandwich in the preheated skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Dust and serve: Remove from skillet, dust with powdered sugar, and serve with jam on the side.
Notes
Consider making a vegetarian version with roasted vegetables or different types of cheese to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 190mg