Name: Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 2 large eggs; pinch salt and pepper; 4 slices whole grain bread (thickness of regular sliced bread); 2 tablespoons creamy dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise; 6 slices turkey (or ham); 4 slices Gouda or Gruyere cheese; additional salt and pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; Maple syrup (for topping)

Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe

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This Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe delivers on the gooey, savory perfection of grilled cheese and the sweetness of French Toast. Ready in 10 minutes from start to finish!

Author: Caroline Phelps
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
Category: Sandwiches
Cuisine: French

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Ingredients

2 large eggs
pinch salt and pepper
4 slices whole grain bread (thickness of regular sliced bread)
2 tablespoons creamy dijon mustard
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
6 slices turkey (or ham)
4 slices Gouda or Gruyere cheese
additional salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Maple syrup (for topping)

Instructions

Whisk eggs in a shallow dish big enough to fit the bread. Season with a little salt and pepper and set aside.
Assemble sandwiches: evenly spread mustard, mayonnaise, turkey and cheese and close each sandwich.
In a pan over medium high heat, add butter and extra virgin olive oil.
Dip each sandwich in the egg mixture and add to the pan. Cook on each side for 2-3 minutes, or until sandwiches are golden brown and cheese has melted.
Transfer to a plate, season with salt and pepper and serve topped with maple syrup or honey.

Notes

This Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe is:
High in calcium
High in vitamin B6

Keywords: recipe, main, lunch, snack

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