Original 1949 Brown Derby Cookbook - Monte Cristo S

Name: Original 1949 Brown Derby Cookbook - Monte Cristo Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
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

Servings: persons

1
Lightly beat eggs and milk in a shallow bowl. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
2
For each sandwich, lightly butter 3 slices of bread on both sides.
3
Place 2 slices of turkey and 2 of ham between 2 slices of bread.
4
Top with 2 slices of cheese and add last slice of bread.
5
Trim crusts, secure with toothpicks, and cut in half on the diagonal.
6
Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
7
Dip sandwich halves, top and bottom, in batter.
8
When butter foams, place sandwiches in skillet and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
9
Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to skillet, turn sandwiches, and fry for 2 minutes more.
10
Transfer to plates, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar, and serve with jelly.

960

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 2 eggs, 1/4 cup milk, salt & freshly ground black pepper, 5 tablespoons butter, softened, and more.

Yes, Original 1949 Brown Derby Cookbook - Monte Cristo Sandwich 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.

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Original 1949 Brown Derby Cookbook - Monte Cristo Sandwich

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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