Originally posted December 3, 2009 â Iâm ready to officially call every night sandwich night. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Subscribe to my free recipe newsletter to get new family friendly recipes in your inbox each week! This way your food cooks evenly at the same temp for the entire cook time duration. But Disneyland wasn’t the first to make these sandwiches. Here you will find easy, fast and family friendly recipes. These sweet and savory little monte cristo sliders feature creamy brie, thinly sliced turkey and ham, tangy raspberry jam and crusty French bread. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. What I DO like for breakfast is a toasty warm Monte Cristo sandwich. For the strawberry habanero jam: In a 4-quart saucepan set over medium heat, add the sugar, orange zest and juice, and stir until the sugar dissolves. In small saucepan or bowl in microwave, heat remaining 3/4 cup currant jelly. You can prepare a whole sheetpan at once, and serve a crowd in 30-minutes or less. Use both hands to pick up a completed sandwich and dip both sides into the egg mixture. These Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are your…, This Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is creamy and comforting. (but an electric skillet can work as well)-If you donât want to spend the money on a deep fryer, you will need a good thermometer and youâll have to babysit the pot.-Be sure to pick the right oil. MONTE CRISTO SANDWICH 2-3 tablespoons butter powdered sugar for each sandwich you will need: 1 Tbsp mayonnaise. I may need to try this one day for lunch. Thanks for the reminder and the fabulous photos.. we’ll be having these this week for dinner now!xoxox. It will be…, My all-time favorite homemade pizza dough recipe, this recipe has been tried…, Hearty and filling with just the right amount of spice, this Bean,…. My husband and I live in Texas. Monte Cristo Sandwich ~sourdough bread, ham, cheeses, eggs and butter make this sandwich a unique and tasty surprise. Trust me when I say that the Monte Cristo is the perfect execution of sweet + savory and is the highest form of breakfast sandwich. Add the sugar and cook, stirring constantly, for 10-15 minutes, until running a spoon through the jam leaves an open trail at the bottom of the pot. Milk, Eggs, Butter – your traditional batter mixture. Monte Cristo Crepes Italian-Style Monte Cristos Monte Cristo Sandwich Loaf Monte Cristo Waffle-Wiches Monte Cristo Style Croque Monsieur. ⦠Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. But I always forget about them! =), I was just thinking about a monte christo the other day. 1 teaspoon powdered sugar. Take 4 more slices of bread and spread about 1/2 tablespoon of mayonnaise on one side. Deli Sliced Meat – You’ll need both ham and turkey. For me, a deep fried Monte Cristo sandwich with jam is a treat. I am a believer that anyone can cook and that dinner doesn���t have to be complicated. Talk about a great breakfast sandwich. It’s like French toast stuffed with a perfect ham + cheese + fancy mustard sandwich, sprinkled with powdered sugar and served with a side of jam. Awwww yeah. Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight. Weâll skip the deep frying but keep the other familiar aspects of this ham and cheese sandwich, like the French toast batter, the Swiss cheese, and the jam on the side. If you are leary of putting food into a hot machine you can skip this step. I like to get it super thin sliced at the deli counter, but even presliced meat will work. It was YOUR blog (I’m SUCH A DORK) that gave me the craving! Various brands and products can change the counts. Deborah – DUH! Repeat with the 3 remaining sandwiches. Stir to smooth, cover, ⦠The Monte Cristo can be reheated in a warm oven (be sure to place it on a baking sheet since the cheese will likely melt and drip) or in a hot pan on the stove. 1 Tbsp dijon mustard. I keep it light and do a side of red seedless grapes or oven baked fries. Welcome to The Wanderlust Kitchen, where I share recipes and travel adventures from all around the world. Find me sharing more family-friendly inspiration on Pinterest and Instagram. Add bread; stir to evenly coat with egg mixture. Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of the jam evenly onto ⦠They serve their famous Monte Cristo that you can get at Cafe Orleans is a deep fried sandwich with ham, turkey and cheese. They need to be coated, but not soaked. Depending on where you are in the US, the sandwich is prepared and served different ways. Bring to a boil, stirring often, until the temperature reaches 200 degrees F on a candy thermometer. Canadian version: In addition to the ham add a slice of turkey (real turkey, not processed meat) Make the sandwich, cut it ⦠2 slices thick white or whole wheat bread. Read More. Place half of the ham (3 ounces) on top of the cheese and smear with 1 teaspoon of mustard. I always like to preheat my air fryer for 5-7 minutes at the temperature you want. Heat waffle iron to medium-high. And instead of deep frying the entire sandwich, like some monte cristos are made, this sandwich is grilled on the stove with salted butter. Mix the beaten eggs, milk, and vanilla in a shallow bowl. Place the last 4 slices of bread on top of each sandwich. Place the sandwiches in the skillet with the butter. The foil gets removed during the last 10 minutes or so of baking so that the sliders can turn a beautiful deep golden brown, then you need to let them cool for 10-15 minutes so that the cheese can set up a bit before slicing the sliders apart. 1 Tbsp Sriracha. Here is my version of the classic sandwich â it still makes my mouth water today at the thought of the perfect Monte Cristo sandwich! Powdered sugar and raspberry jam, for serving. Ingredients. The monte cristo sliders need to be tented with foil before baking so that the tops donât brown too quickly. Top with another quarter of the cheese, then a second piece of bread. Bake and serve with a side of jam! Welcome to Taste and Tell. Place the mayonnaise side down on top of the ham, then spread another 1/2 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the opposite side of the bread. Tips to Make the Perfect Monte Cristo Sandwich-Getting a deep-fryer is absolutely worth it if you fry often. There are many versions out there, but this is what I think you need to make the perfect Monte Cristo. It’s like French Toast and Grilled Cheese sandwiches had a baby and that baby was delicious. The monte cristo is an Americanized version of the French croque monsieur. Lamb Gyros with Authentic Greek Tzatziki Sauce, Easy Pork Medallions with Maple-Balsamic Sauce, Beef Gyros with Authentic Greek Tzatziki Sauce, 2 teaspoons stone ground or dijon mustard, Powdered sugar and raspberry jam for serving. Turn the heat up to high and add the strawberries and habanero. Though the addition of the blackberries here is divine. Remove the pot from the heat and let the jam cool completely. Receive FREE recipes straight to your inbox. Slice the sandwiches in half to serve, and serve dusted with powdered sugar and a side of raspberry jam for dipping, if desired. Add the soaked sandwich to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. 2-4 slices deli ham. Stir in the lemon juice. Breakfast is a great place to gather with the ones you love. It then made its debut at Disneyland in 1966. The classic Monte Cristo sandwich consists of ham and cheese layered between raspberry jam spread on one slice of bread and mustard on the other. Especially over the holiday season! If you are a regular reader, you know that I am a huge fan of the sweet and savory combination. Slice each sandwich on the diagonal. They look and sound so much better than mine. A classic Monte Cristo is a fried ham and cheese sandwich with jam (so not vegan at all). I use to always order this when we went out for lunch.Looks wonderful. Provolone Cheese – I just buy this sliced, as it is way easier.