Monte Cristo Sandwich the Real One
Indulge in the ultimate brunch treat with the "Monte Cristo Sandwich the Real One," a timeless combination of savory and sweet flavors that’s both satisfying and irresistible. This decadent sandwich layers Swiss cheese, deli ham, and deli turkey between slices of white sandwich bread, then dips the creation in a rich egg batter infused with milk and flour for a golden, crispy exterior. Cooked to perfection in butter, each bite melts in your mouth with a balance of gooey cheese and hearty meats. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, it’s traditionally paired with raspberry preserves for an exciting burst of fruity sweetness. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or an indulgent snack, this sandwich showcases comfort food at its finest, ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish. Keywords: Monte Cristo Sandwich recipe, brunch sandwich, savory and sweet sandwich, easy Monte Cristo sandwich, raspberry dipping sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices White sandwich bread
- 3 slices Swiss cheese
- 3 slices Deli ham
- 3 slices Deli turkey
- 2 Large eggs
- 0.333 cup Milk
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup Raspberry preserves (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Lay out three slices of bread. On each slice, place one slice of Swiss cheese, one slice of ham, and one slice of turkey. Top with another slice of bread to form sandwiches.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, flour, and salt until smooth.
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the preheated skillet.
Dip each sandwich carefully in the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides without saturating the bread too much.
Place the coated sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Add more butter to the skillet as needed while cooking.
Transfer the cooked sandwiches to a cutting board and allow them to cool for 1 minute. Slice each sandwich diagonally into halves or quarters.
Dust the sandwiches with powdered sugar and serve warm with raspberry preserves on the side for dipping if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1396 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.4 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.7 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 546 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 3069 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.8 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.9 g | ||
| Protein | 78.0 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 1183 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1280 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
