Turkey-Basil Monte Cristo Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Turkey-Basil Monte Cristo Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (1-ounce) slices white bread; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 3 ounces (1/4-inch-thick) sliced deli turkey; 2 ounces reduced-fat Swiss cheese or Jarlsberg cheese, thinly sliced; 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 large egg; 1 large egg white; 1 tablespoon 1% low-fat milk; 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; Cooking spray; 1/2 teaspoon butter

Servings: persons

4 (1-ounce) slices white bread
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 ounces (1/4-inch-thick) sliced deli turkey
2 ounces reduced-fat Swiss cheese or Jarlsberg cheese, thinly sliced
1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 large egg
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon 1% low-fat milk
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Cooking spray
1/2 teaspoon butter

1
Spread 1 side of each bread slice with 1/2 teaspoon mustard. Divide turkey, Swiss cheese, and tomato slices evenly between 2 slices of coated bread. Sprinkle with pepper and top with remaining 2 bread slices, mustard side down.
2
Combine egg, egg white, milk, and chopped basil in a shallow dish; stir well with a whisk.
3
Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat until hot. Add 1/2 teaspoon butter. Dip both sides of each sandwich into egg mixture and place in pan. Cook 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until cheese melts and sandwiches are golden.
4
Cut sandwiches diagonally in half, and serve immediately.

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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: 4 (1-ounce) slices white bread, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, 3 ounces (1/4-inch-thick) sliced deli turkey, 2 ounces reduced-fat Swiss cheese or Jarlsberg cheese, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Turkey-Basil Monte Cristo Sandwiches 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.

Turkey-Basil Monte Cristo Sandwiches

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