Memphis Monte Cristo Recipe

Name: Memphis Monte Cristo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 slices white sandwich bread; 1/2 cup hot-pepper jelly; 8 slices cured ham; 8 slices smoked turkey; 8 slices Muenster cheese; 2 large eggs; Splash half-and-half; Dash hot sauce; Pinch salt; 2 tablespoons butter; Confectioners sugar, for garnish; Peach preserves, for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

8 slices white sandwich bread
1/2 cup hot-pepper jelly
8 slices cured ham
8 slices smoked turkey
8 slices Muenster cheese
2 large eggs
Splash half-and-half
Dash hot sauce
Pinch salt
2 tablespoons butter
Confectioners sugar, for garnish
Peach preserves, for garnish (optional)

1
Place four slices of bread on the counter and spread 2 tablespoons of pepper jelly on each.
2
Add ham, turkey, and cheese to each sandwich, and top with the remaining slices of bread.
3
Beat the eggs with the half and half, hot sauce, and salt in a medium bowl.
4
Heat a griddle pan or a skillet over medium heat.
5
Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in the skillet.
6
Dip two sandwiches in the egg batter, allowing any excess to drip off, and fry for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crisp.
7
Repeat with the remaining two sandwiches.
8
To serve, slice the sandwiches in half diagonally, dust with confectioners sugar, and serve with a spoonful of peach preserves.

583

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 slices white sandwich bread, 1/2 cup hot-pepper jelly, 8 slices cured ham, 8 slices smoked turkey, and more.

Yes, Memphis Monte Cristo falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Memphis Monte Cristo

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