MINIATURE MONTE CRISTOS

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I found this recipe on the Crisco site..decided to make them today. These would be great for a Guy's night...especially Super Bowl Sunday!! Pictures are my own...

Provided by Carole F

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

6 slice white bread, trim to remove crust
mustard
6 slice of very thin cooked ham
6 slice of very thin cooked turkey
6 slice of very thin swiss cheese
1 c buttermilk baking mix
2 eggs
1 12 ounce can of evaporated milk
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp cinnamon
crisco vegetable oil
spicy mustard...optional for dipping, i prefer honey mustard

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.

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Sabar G

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These sandwiches were a disaster! The bread was too thick and the cheese didn't melt. I won't be making these again.

Sheikh Mubashir

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These sandwiches were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll try using more jelly next time.

Farhat Abbas

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I had a hard time getting the sandwiches to stay closed. I ended up using toothpicks to hold them together.

Jessica Mbrs

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These sandwiches were a bit too salty for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll use less ham next time.

Adzonab callistus

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I followed the recipe exactly and the sandwiches turned out perfectly. They were so good that I ate two of them!

Mark Phillips

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These sandwiches are so cute and delicious. I'm definitely going to make them again for my next party.

Zeo Rankid

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I made these sandwiches for my kids and they loved them! They're perfect for a quick and easy lunch.

Raja Ashrif

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These sandwiches were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I'll try using less butter next time.

lukman uddin

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I had a hard time finding the right bread for these sandwiches. I ended up using a thick-sliced white bread and it worked out well.

Edmari Rose

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These sandwiches were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try using less jelly next time.

Mr_charlie 09

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I was a bit skeptical about these at first, but I'm so glad I tried them. They're so delicious and easy to make. I'll definitely be making these again.