A classic, egg-dipped and grilled sandwich
sure to become a favorite in your household. Serve with vinegar
coleslaw and potato chips.
Monte
Cristo Sandwiches
- 8 ounces thinly sliced
ham
4 ounces Swiss cheese, sliced
8 (1/2-inch) thick slices French or Vienna bread
4 large eggs
1/3 cup milk
3 tablespoons butter
- For each sandwich, place
2 ounces ham and 1 ounce cheese between 2 slices of bread. Beat
together eggs and milk in medium bowl; dip sandwiches in egg
mixture, turning carefully. Melt butter in large skillet over
medium-low heat; grill sandwiches 8-10 minutes; turn and continue
cooking until cheese is melted and both sides are golden.
Makes 4 servings.
Recipe provided courtesy
of Pork, The Other White Meat.