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Monte Cristo Sandwiches Made Easy

Monte Cristo Sandwiches Made Easy

Golden, custard-dipped Monte Cristo sandwiches layered with ham, turkey, and Swiss. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with jam.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz sliced brioche or soft white sandwich bread
  • 6 oz Swiss cheese, sliced
  • 8 oz thinly sliced deli ham
  • 8 oz thinly sliced deli turkey
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 0.75 cup beaten eggs (about 4)
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 0.25 tsp vanilla extract optional
  • 0.12 tsp ground nutmeg optional
  • 0.5 tsp fine salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter for the skillet
  • 0.5 cup raspberry jam for serving
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, nutmeg, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish until smooth.
  • Stir mayonnaise and Dijon together to make a quick spread.
  • Spread the Dijon-mayo on one side of each bread piece.
  • Layer a slice of Swiss, ham, turkey, then another slice of Swiss between two bread pieces to form each sandwich.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium and melt the butter.
  • Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides and letting excess drip off.
  • Cook the sandwiches until deeply golden, 3–4 minutes per side; cover the skillet briefly to melt the cheese.
  • Rest 1 minute, dust lightly with powdered sugar, slice, and serve warm with raspberry jam.

Notes

Try swapping Swiss for sharp provolone or gruyère, or add a smear of fruit preserves inside for extra sweetness. Keep leftovers wrapped and refrigerate up to 2 days; reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat to crisp.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Monte Cristo Sandwiches Made Easy flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.