I love a Monte Cristo! It's a fried sandwich with ham, turkey, Swiss cheese, and mustard dipped in beaten egg and pan-fried until golden and gooey for a delicious alternative to your usual ham and cheese sandwich. Great with berry jam on the side.
Ingredients
- 2 slices bread
- 1 teaspoon mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
- 2 slices cooked ham
- 2 slices cooked turkey meat
- 1 slice Swiss cheese
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cups milk
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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2
Spread mayonnaise on one side of one bread slice. Spread mustard on one side of remaining bread slice.
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3
Top with alternate slices of ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese.
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4
Close sandwich with remaining bread slice, mayonnaise-side down.
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5
Beat egg and milk in a shallow bowl until well combined. Lightly grease a small skillet over medium heat.
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6
Dip sandwich into egg mixture to coat on both sides.
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7
Transfer sandwich to the hot skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted.
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8
Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
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