Monte Cristo Sandwich (The Real One!) Recipe

Name: Monte Cristo Sandwich (The Real One!)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: oil, for deep-frying; 2/3 cup water; 1 large egg; 2/3 cup flour; 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 8 slices white bread; 4 slices swiss cheese; 4 slices turkey; 4 slices cooked ham; black pepper (I use about 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper); confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Servings: persons

oil, for deep-frying
2/3 cup water
1 large egg
2/3 cup flour
1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 slices white bread
4 slices swiss cheese
4 slices turkey
4 slices cooked ham
black pepper (I use about 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper)
confectioners' sugar, for dusting

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["Heat about 5 inches oil in a deep-fryer to 365 degrees.", "While the oil is heating prepare the batter; in a medium bowl whisk together the egg and water.", "Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper; whisk into the egg mixture until smooth; set aside and chill.", "To assemble the sandwiches; place one slice of turkey one one slice of bread, then a slice of ham on an other slice of bread, then ""sandwich"" them with a slice of Swiss cheese in the middle.", "Cut the sandwich into quarters then secure with toothpicks.", "Dip each sandwich quarter into the batter so that all the sides are coated.", "Deep-fry in hot oil until golden brown on all sides.", "Remove the toothpicks and arrange on a serving tray.", "Dust with confectioners sugar just before serving.", "Delicious!"]

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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: oil, for deep-frying, 2/3 cup water, 1 large egg, 2/3 cup flour, and more.

Yes, Monte Cristo Sandwich (The Real One!) 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.

Monte Cristo Sandwich (The Real One!)

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