Monte Cristo

Cuisine
Courses
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins
Servings 1
Description

Discover the ultimate comfort in our Monte Cristo—a culinary masterpiece that embraces the richness of tavern ham and the creamy elegance of Swiss cheese. Crafted to perfection, each layer of this sandwich offers a symphony of flavors that dance on the palate. This creation embodies the essence of indulgence, inviting you to relish every bite of tender ham and melty cheese encased in golden-brown perfection. As you savor the Monte Cristo, you'll experience the art of taste that defines Greenridge Naturals, a true celebration of both tradition and culinary innovation.

Ingredients
  • 3 slices Greenridge Naturals Tavern Ham
  • 1/4 cup jelly
  • 2 slices bread of choice
  • 1 tablespoon Greenridge Naturals Sweet and Hot Stone Ground Mustard
  • 2 slices Greenridge Naturals Swiss Cheese
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon confectionary sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
  1. In small bowl, mix together jelly and 1 Tbsp of butter. Spread the mixture on one slice of bread.

  2. Take the second slice of bread and spread the mustard on it.

  3. Top the buttered slice of bread with cheese and ham and place the second slice of bread on top.  Butter both sides of sandwich with an additional 1/2 Tbsp.

  4. In bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and salt. Dip one sandwich in egg mixture, soak each side.

  5. Heat oil and remaining butter in large skillet over medium heat.

  6. Fry the sandwich until golden brown.

  7. Let the sandwich cool, cut in half and sprinkle sugar on top.

Keywords: monte cristo, sandwich, ham