Bennigan’s Monte Cristo Sandwich
Description:
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Bennigan’s famed Monte Cristo sandwich, a delightful departure from mundane ham and cheese toasties. This exquisite creation promises a symphony of flavors, elevating your lunch or snack time to new heights of culinary delight.
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Pork, Poultry, Cheese, Meat, Kid Friendly, < 15 Mins, Deep Fried, Stove Top, Easy
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 620
- Fat Content: 16.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 96.8mg
- Sodium Content: 1365.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 87.7g
- Fiber Content: 7.4g
- Sugar Content: 6.7g
- Protein Content: 29.8g
Servings: 3 sandwiches
Ingredients:
- 9 slices cooked ham
- 3 slices American cheese
- 3 slices Swiss cheese
- 3 eggs
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 – 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
Instructions:
- Begin by assembling the layers of flavor. Place slices of turkey and Swiss cheese on one slice of bread, and ham and American cheese on another slice.
- Carefully stack the slices to create a triple-decker sandwich, ensuring that the layers are evenly distributed.
- Secure the sandwich corners with toothpicks to keep the layers intact during frying.
- In a mixing bowl, crack the eggs and add water, then beat them together until well combined.
- To the egg mixture, add salt, sugar, flour, and baking powder, creating a smooth batter.
- Dip the assembled sandwich into the batter, ensuring that all sides and surfaces are thoroughly coated.
- Heat oil in a pan until hot, then carefully place the battered sandwich into the oil.
- Fry the sandwich until it achieves a glorious golden hue, indicating its readiness.
- Once golden and crisp, remove the sandwich from the oil and place it on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Allow the sandwich to cool for a few minutes before removing the toothpicks.
- To serve, slice the Monte Cristo sandwich into fourths and sprinkle with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness.
- Accompany this delectable creation with a dollop of raspberry jam, enhancing its already exquisite flavors.
Indulge in the rich flavors and textures of this Bennigan’s-inspired Monte Cristo sandwich, a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more with each delightful bite!
