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Monte Cristo sandwich

America's answer to the croque monsieur, this deluxe toastie is filled with thick ham slices, Gruyère and Dijon mustard.

Monte Cristo sandwich

Credit: Let's Brunch

  • serves

    4

  • prep

    10 minutes

  • cook

    5 minutes

  • difficulty

    Easy

serves

4

people

preparation

10

minutes

cooking

5

minutes

difficulty

Easy

level

Ingredients

  • 8 slices day-old challah bread (brioche bread also works)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) Dijon mustard, divided
  • 8 slices thick-sliced baked ham
  • 2 cups (470 ml) shredded Gruyère
  • 4 eggs
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) whole milk
  • salt and pepper
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) butter
  • red currant jelly, for serving

Instructions

1. To assemble sandwiches, spread four pieces of bread with 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of the Dijon, then top each with two slices of ham, sprinkle over ¼ of the Gruyère, and top with another piece of bread.

2. In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs and milk, then season with salt and pepper.

3. Heat a large pan over medium heat, then add 1-2 tablespoons (15-30 ml) of butter. Once butter is melted and pan is hot, dip sandwiches in egg mixture to coat, letting any excess dip off. Place in pan and cook, working in batches of 1 or 2 at a time, adding butter as needed. Cook sandwiches, flipping once, until cheese is melted and bread is golden brown on both sides.

4. Slice sandwiches in half and serve with a small side of red currant jelly for dipping.

Cook's Notes

Oven temperatures are for conventional; if using fan-forced (convection), reduce the temperature by 20˚C. | We use Australian tablespoons and cups: 1 teaspoon equals 5 ml; 1 tablespoon equals 20 ml; 1 cup equals 250 ml. | All herbs are fresh (unless specified) and cups are lightly packed. | All vegetables are medium size and peeled, unless specified. | All eggs are 55-60 g, unless specified.


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Published 17 May 2022 12:05pm
By Vanessa Gianfrancesco
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