Italian Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe

Name: Italian Monte Cristo Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 slices whole wheat bread; 6 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 4 slices; 1 tomatoes, cut into 8 thin slices; ⅓ cup yellow cornmeal; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated; 1 teaspoon dried basil or 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped; 3 large eggs, beaten; ¼ cup milk; 2 tablespoons butter, divided; 1 cup marinara sauce, warmed for dipping

Servings: persons

8 slices whole wheat bread
6 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 4 slices
1 tomatoes, cut into 8 thin slices
⅓ cup yellow cornmeal
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1 teaspoon dried basil or 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
3 large eggs, beaten
¼ cup milk
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 cup marinara sauce, warmed for dipping

1
On 4 of the slices of bread, place 1 cheese slice and 2 tomato slices.
2
Top with remaining bread slices.
3
On a sheet of wax paper/parchment paper combine together cornmeal, Parmesan cheese, and basil.
4
In a shallow bowl, combine the eggs and the milk, mix well.
5
In a large nonstick griddle or skillet melt 1 Tbs of butter over medium - medium high heat.
6
Dip sandwiches in egg mixture, then coat with the cornmeal mixture.
7
Do this 2 sandwiches at a time.
8
Place 2 sandwiches on the griddle/skillet and cook for 3 min on each side or until golden.
9
Repeat with last 2 sandwiches.
10
Cut sandwiches in half; serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

340

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 slices whole wheat bread, 6 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 4 slices, 1 tomatoes, cut into 8 thin slices, ⅓ cup yellow cornmeal, and more.

Yes, Italian Monte Cristo Sandwich falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Italian Monte Cristo Sandwich

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