READY IN 25 mins

Monte Cristo Sandwiches

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"These sandwiches are sort of french-toasty with a delicious filling of turkey, ham and Swiss cheese! Delicious!" — Susie

Directions

In a large bowl, beat together eggs and milk. Stir in cinnamon and nutmeg.
Heat a non-stick skillet to medium heat. Dip the bread slices in the egg mixture, place in the skillet and cook until lightly brown on both sides.
Remove bread from skillet. Layer four slices of bread with a slice of Swiss cheese, ham, Swiss cheese, turkey and Swiss cheese again. Cover with remaining four bread slices. Return sandwiches to skillet; grill until cheese has melted and bread has browned. Serve hot.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 10 mins
READY IN 25 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 09, 2004

A terrific sandwich, however, as written, I would have to have this for breakfast due to the nutmeg and cinnamon. Some people even sprinkle the sandwich with powdered sugar. I prefer this as a lunch, so I season my beaten egg with garlic and onion powder and some pepper. I also cut way back on the amount of swiss cheese stated. Delicious!

—LINDA MCLEAN

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jan 09, 2004

I THOUGHT THIS WAS JUST OKAY. I USED WHITE BREAD INSTEAD OF THE FRENCH BREAD. PLUS THERE WAS WAY TOO MUCH CHEESE ON THE SANDWICH.

—TINKERBELL926

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44 Ratings

Jan 09, 2004

these sandwiches were very good, but they might have been better with a different kind of bread... the french bread took a long time to cook & didn't cook very well on the inside. Other recipes for Monte Cristo sandwiches use white or wheat bread. Otherwise they were great. =)

—CARROTTOPHOTTIE

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Oct 10, 2004

MMMmmm an amazing Monte Cristo it did make, I got rave reviews with it from my breakfast guests!

—ANGEL2DIE4

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May 07, 2004

These were very good...I made them more like a grilled cheese sandwich after reading the reviews. I will definately be making again. Thanks for the post.

—Momof2

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Jan 09, 2004

Made the recipe like it says. I didn't like the french toast part. Although I think that it might be better if it was made more like a grilled cheese sand. Just butter the bread and brown it in the pan before adding the ham, cheese, and turkey.

—ONLYONESASA

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Jan 09, 2004

Very easy to make. Kids ages (2-4 yrs)loved them! Quick and easy and delicious even to the picky eater.

—RRREGINA

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Jan 09, 2004

I tried this recipe but we all agreed there is something missing. Wasn't easy to make... messy. And the kids turned their noses at it. I ended up taking off the french toast and "rebreading" the sandwiches.

—AMENEOU

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Nutrition

Calories
695 kcal
35%

Carbohydrates
43 g
14%

Cholesterol
297 mg
99%

Fat
32.5 g
50%

Fiber
1.4 g
6%

Protein
56.3 g
113%

Sodium
1585 mg
63%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Monte Cristo Sandwiches

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 695
Calories from Fat: 293

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32.5g 50 %
Saturated Fat 18.6g 93 %
Cholesterol 297mg 99 %
Sodium 1585mg 63 %
** Potassium 476mg 13 %
Total Carbohydrates 43g 14 %
Dietary Fiber 1.4g 6 %
Protein 56.3g 113 %
Sugars 11.4g
Vitamin A 21 %
Vitamin C < 1 %
Calcium 104 %
Iron 35 %
** Thiamin 34 %
** Niacin 78 %
** Vitamin B6 13 %
** Magnesium 28 %
** Folate 56 %

* 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.