Homemade Monte Cristo Sandwiches

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Classic recipe for a filling French-style sandwich.

Submitted by Sara G
Updated on August 4, 2022
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 8 slices sourdough bread

  • 2 tablespoons honey mustard

  • ½ pound sliced deli ham

  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 2 eggs, beaten

  • ¼ cup milk

  • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg

  • 1 tablespoon butter

Directions

  1. Spread one side of 4 bread slices with mustard. Top remaining 4 slices with ham. Combine mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses and mix together; sprinkle mixture evenly over ham and close sandwiches, mustard side down.

  2. In a shallow dish or bowl combine the eggs, milk and nutmeg and mix well. Melt butter in a large skillet or on a griddle over medium heat. Dip each sandwich in egg mixture, turning to coat. Let excess egg mixture drip into dish or bowl, and place sandwiches in hot skillet. Cook until golden brown and cheese is melted.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

474 Calories
22g Fat
36g Carbs
33g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 474
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g 28%
Saturated Fat 11g 54%
Cholesterol 170mg 57%
Sodium 1603mg 70%
Total Carbohydrate 36g 13%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 33g 67%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 514mg 40%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 344mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.