Original 1949 Brown Derby Cookbook – Monte Cristo Sandwich

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
The Classic Monte Cristo Sandwich recipe that everyone will love
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Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
salt & freshly ground black pepper
5 tablespoons butter , softened
6 pieces thinly sliced white bread
4 thin slices cooked turkey
4 thin slices cooked ham
4 thin slices swiss cheese
confectioners ' sugar , for dusting
red currant jelly , for dipping

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
3
Calories
873
Sugar
18g
Fat
62g
The Monte Cristo Sandwich originated in the 1960s at Disneyland's Blue Bayou restaurant. It's made with ham, turkey, Swiss cheese, and egg-battered bread, then cooked until crispy and golden. The sandwich's unique flavor comes from the sweetness of the bread, the savoriness of the meat, and the saltiness of the cheese. The dish has become a classic in American cuisine, enjoyed by people across the country.

Instructions

1.In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
2.On each of three slices of bread, place one slice of turkey, ham and Swiss cheese. Cover with the remaining three slices of bread to form sandwiches.
3.Cut each sandwich into 4 triangles.
4.In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
5.Dip each triangle into the egg mixture, coating well, and place in the skillet.
6.Cook the triangles until golden brown on each side, about 2 minutes per side.
7.Repeat with remaining triangles, adding more butter as necessary.
8.Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve with red currant jelly for dipping.

PROS

The Monte Cristo Sandwich has a unique, sweet and savory flavor.
The protein-rich ingredients make it a filling meal that’ll keep you full for a while.

CONS

This sandwich is deep-fried, which makes it high in calories.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the Monte Cristo Sandwich is delicious, it’s not particularly healthy.
The turkey and ham provide a good source of protein that can help build and repair the body’s tissues, but the amount of salt and saturated fat in this sandwich should be consumed in moderation.

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