Monte Cristo Sandwiches

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 2–4 (2 as a main, 4 as a light brunch portion)

Ingredients:

Thick sliced white bread or brioche – 8 slices

Sliced deli ham – 4 slices (about 120 g)

Sliced deli turkey – 4 slices (about 120 g)

Swiss cheese, sliced – 4 slices

Mayonnaise – 2 tablespoons

Dijon mustard – 2 tablespoons

Large eggs – 3

Milk – ½ cup (120 ml)

Salt – ¼ teaspoon

Black pepper – ¼ teaspoon

Unsalted butter – 2–3 tablespoons

Powdered sugar – 1–2 tablespoons

Raspberry or strawberry jam – ½ cup

Instructions:

Spread mayonnaise on 4 bread slices and Dijon on 4 slices. Layer ham, turkey, and Swiss on the mayo sides, then top with mustard slices.

Press sandwiches gently and trim crusts if desired. Secure with toothpicks at corners for extra stability.

Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish until smooth.

Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Dip each sandwich in the egg mixture, coating all sides.

Cook sandwiches 3–4 minutes per side until deeply golden, crisp, and cheese is melted, adding more butter as needed.

Rest briefly, remove toothpicks, slice in halves, dust lightly with powdered sugar, and serve warm with jam for dipping.

Nutrition (Calories)Approximate: 550–650 calories per serving as a main (one full sandwich), depending on bread, cheese, and jam amounts. Best for a hearty brunch or indulgent lunch.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 2

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 650

Notes

Pro Tip:
For extra gooey cheese, cover the skillet with a lid for the last minute of cooking so the heat melts the cheese without overbrowning the bread.