Monte Cristo Sandwich

Recipe courtesy Mama's on Washington Square, San Francisco, CA

Show: Sara's SecretsEpisode: Grilled Sandwiches

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (21)

RECIPE
COMMENTS & REVIEWS(21)

Cook Time:
5 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
1 sandwich

Times:

Prep: 8 min
Inactive Prep: 30 min
Cook: 5 min
Total:: 43 min

Recipe Tools:

Select a Card Size

Add To My Recipe Box

Success

This recipe was added to your Folder_Name folder.

Do not show this message again

Add To My Recipe Box

Please sign in to add this recipe to your Recipe Box.

Ingredients

3 slices white bread
Mayonnaise, as needed
2 slices Gouda
2 slices turkey
3 large eggs, beaten
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Strawberry slices, for garnish
Orange wedges, for garnish
Serving suggestion: Blackberry jam

Directions

On a work surface, lay out 2 slices of bread and spread with mayonnaise. Top each slice with the 1 slice of Gouda and 1 slice of turkey each. Put the third slice of bread on top of one stack, and flip the remaining stack on top, cheese-side down, to make a triple-decker sandwich.

Using a knife, cut the crusts off the sandwich (this helps to pinch and seal the ends). Wrap the sandwich tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 6 hours. (Wrapping the sandwich in plastic wrap, compacts it, and prevents the egg batter from seeping in.)

Combine the eggs and milk in a bowl. Heat the oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Unwrap the sandwich and dip it in the egg batter, to coat evenly. Gently place it in the skillet, and fry, turning once, until golden brown and hot, about 5 minutes total.

Cut the Monte Cristo in 1/2, transfer it to a place, and garnish with the strawberry and orange. Spoon some jam over each 1/2 and serve immediately.

Next Recipe

More recipes? Try these recommendations:

Similar Recipe

Black Bean Stoup and Southwestern Monte Cristo Sandwiches

Photo: Monte Cristo Sandwich

Similar Recipes

Recipes Like This

All About…

Comments & Reviews

recipe Monte Cristo Sandwich
Ebony Raleigh, NC 01-03-2009
Flag

Absolutely delicious!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This recipe was quick, easy, lighter than some restaurant versions and I had most of the ingredients on-hand. I love monte... cristos but cannot find a restaurant, in the area I recently moved to, with this sandwich on the menu. When I started craving it the other day, I almost drove 70 miles just to get one! I'm so glad the FN website exists:).Read more
recipe Monte Cristo Sandwich
Sherri Willis, TX 04-21-2008
Flag

Tasty!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I used chicken breast (no sliced turkey) and my husband commented with a ummm! when he bit into it. First time to use... gouda...like it. Only complaint is I seemed to have way too much egg mixture.Read more
recipe Monte Cristo Sandwich
Melissa Arnold, MD 02-26-2008
Flag

Yummy!!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I have always loved the Monte Cristo at Bennigans and this is a great made at home alternative. I made it with only one... layer and have tried it also with ham, swiss, and cheddar....very good!!! I would highly recommend this one. I served it with some strawberry preserves because that is what I had with a little powdered sugar on top. Definitely a hit!!Read more
recipe Monte Cristo Sandwich
Kathy Yakima, WA 04-06-2007
Flag

FABULOUS
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This sandwich is so easy to make and so good to eat it's makes me look like a great cook. I use a combination of ham and... turkey, smoked gouda and fontina. The 'scraps' from trimming the edges are a treat to snack on. I put them in a ziplock bag and they quickly disappear.Read more
recipe Monte Cristo Sandwich
Crystal San Diego, CA 07-17-2006
Flag

My Husband States "Best Sandwich Ever"
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this because I had a half of a ham left over in the freezer and wanted to use it. I used ham and havardi and muenster... cheese, OH my sooo good this way! I served it with strawberry jam and dusted the top of the sandwich with powdered sugar! I also used french slices of bread. Remember a recipe is just a guide! Use what you have at home and what you like!Read more
recipe Monte Cristo Sandwich
SHANNON Salem, VA 05-28-2006
Flag

Excellent
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I started craving this when I watched the episode on television, and I finally made it 3 months later. It is wonderful! I... used provolone in place of the gouda, and it was still great.Read more