Best 10 Monte Cristos Recipes

MONTE CRISTOS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, salad dressing and Dijon mustard; spread over 1 side of each slice of bread. On 4 slices, layer the turkey, ham and Swiss cheese; top with remaining bread. In a shallow bowl, combine the eggs, cream and ground mustard. Dip sandwiches in egg mixture., On a griddle or large skillet, melt butter. Toast sandwiches over medium heat until bread is golden brown, 2-3 minutes on each side. Serve with preserves.

WAFFLE MONTE CRISTOS

Steps:

• Preheat griddle over medium heat. Spread preserves over four waffles. Layer with turkey, ham, cheese and bacon; top with remaining waffles. Lightly spread outsides of waffles with butter., Place on griddle; cook 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and heated through. Serve with syrup for dipping.

SIMPLY BAKED MONTE CRISTOS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425°F and grease a cookie sheet.
• Layout 4 slices of bread and top each with a slice of ham, a slice of cheese and the remaining bread to make 4 sandwiches.
• In a large bowl whisk the eggs, milk, cinnamon sugar, and vanilla.
• Dip the sandwiches into the egg mixture, coating both sides, and place onto the greased cookie sheet.
• Bake 15 minutes, turn sandwiches over, and continue baking 10 more minutes.
• Dust with powdered sugar and serve with raspberry jam.

WAFFLED MONTE CRISTOS

Steps:

• In a shallow bowl, combine the egg, milk, sugar and orange zest. Dip bread into egg mixture. Place on a preheated waffle maker; sprinkle each slice of bread with pecans. Bake according to manufacturer's directions until golden brown., Place an American cheese slice on two bread slices; layer with turkey, Swiss cheese, ham and remaining American cheese. Top with remaining bread; butter outsides of sandwiches., Toast sandwiches in a skillet for 1-2 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted. Dust with confectioners' sugar; serve with jam.

KICKED UP MONTE CRISTOS!

Steps:

• Place 4 pieces of bread on work surface.
• Evenly divide gouda, ham and turkey between the bread slices.
• Top with remaining 4 slices of bread, making 4 sandwiches.
• You can cut the sandwiches in half, or leave them whole. Secure with toothpicks, if necessary.
• In a shallow dish combine eggs, milk and flour. Beat well.
• Heat oil to 375º in large skillet to about 1/2 inch depth.
• Carefully dip each sandwich into egg batter, coating both sides.
• Fry sandwiches, a few at a time, about 1 minute each side, until golden brown.
• Drain on paper towels.
• Meanwhile, gently heat raspberry preserves with cayenne in microwave, or small pan.
• Dust with powdered sugar and serve with warmed preserves for dipping.

DELI MONTE CRISTOS

Steps:

• On two slices of bread, layer a slice of ham and turkey, coleslaw, salad dressing and cheese. Top with remaining ham and bread. In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs. Dip both sides of sandwiches in eggs. , In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, toast sandwiches over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted.

MINIATURE MONTE CRISTOS

Steps:

• 1. Flatten each slice of trimmed bread with rolling pin. Spread slices with mustard.(my picture shows I put mustard on first and then trimmed)
• 2. Top each piece of bread with 1 slice of ham, 1 slice of turkey and 1 slice of swiss cheese. Roll up bread tightly, using plastic wrap to assist the rolling. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap to assure even log shape. (Roll from the longest side). Chill for 30 minutes.) Beat together baking mix and eggs in medium bowl to make the batter. Add milk, salt and cinnamon.
• 3. Heat 1 1/2 inches oil in deep-fryer or deep saucepan to 375..(be careful, don't get hotter than that, they will burn easily). Unwrap each roll from the plastic wrap and secure with 4 wooden toothpicks. With a knife, slice each roll into 4 pieces, securing with toothpicks. You may end up getting more than 4 per slice of bread..depends on bread size.
• 4. Dip each piece in batter, allowing some batter to be absorbed. Fry a few pieces at a time in hot oil for 1-2 minutes or until deep golden brown, turning frequently. This goes fast..and you have to keep turning, otherwise they brown in one spot too quickly. It take NO more than a minute or so.. Also notice the little pieces of batter that came off once you place them in this hot oil...be sure to remove with slotted spoon or small strainer before adding more Cristo's..otherwise the small pieces end up burnt and will stick to your new Cristo's once you add them, these little pieces add up fast in the pot, so remove ASAP.
• 5. Drain WELL on paper towels. Serve IMMEDIATELY or keep warm in oven at 175 degrees...serve with spicy mustard.
• 6. TIP...to make a day ahead, prepare and fry as directed. Cool. Cover and refrigerate. Reheat in a single layer on a baking sheet in 425 degree oven for 8-10 minutes.

PROSCIUTTO, APPLE, AND BRIE MONTE CRISTOS

Steps:

• Combine the mustard and honey in a small bowl. Set the bread slices on a work surface and spread one side of each with the mustard mixture, dividing it evenly. Top 4 of the bread slices with the Brie, prosciutto, apple slices, and then the remaining 4 slices of bread, mustard side down. Beat the eggs and allspice in a large shallow bowl. Melt 1-1/2 Tbs. of the butter in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Dip both sides of two of the sandwiches into the eggs. Cook, covered, until the bottom sides are golden, about 3 minutes. Carefully flip and continue cooking, covered, until the other sides are golden, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate and keep warm. Repeat with the remaining butter and sandwiches. Cut the sandwiches in half, sprinkle with salt, and serve. Serving Suggestions Serve with a simple frisée salad. nutrition information (per serving): Calories (kcal): 600; Fat (g): 29; Fat Calories (kcal): 260; Saturated Fat (g): 15; Protein (g): 29; Monounsaturated Fat (g): 8; Carbohydrates (g): 54; Polyunsaturated Fat (g): 2; Sodium (mg): 1640; Cholesterol (mg): 270; Fiber (g): 5

REUBEN MONTE CRISTOS

Steps:

• In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs and milk. Place chips in another shallow bowl. Dip one side of four slices of bread in the egg mixture, then in the chips. Place chip side down on a greased baking sheet. Spread salad dressing on each slice. Layer each with 1 slice corned beef, 1 slice Swiss cheese and 1/4 cup sauerkraut., Dip the one side of the remaining bread slices in egg mixture and chips; place chip side up on sandwiches. , On a large skillet or griddle, toast sandwiches over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until bread is lightly browned and cheese is melted.

MOCK MONTE CRISTOS

Steps:

• Spread mayonnaise on six slices of bread; top each with ham, cheese and turkey. Spread mustard on remaining bread; place over turkey. In a shallow dish, combine eggs, milk, and confectioners' sugar and salt if desired. Dip each sandwich into egg mixture, then into crushed cereal. , Place on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 425° for 7 minutes. Turn and bake 5-7 minutes more or until golden brown. Combine sour cream and jam; serve as a dip with hot sandwiches.