Best 10 Deli Monte Cristos Recipes

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The deli monte cristo is a unique and delicious sandwich that combines the flavors of a grilled cheese, a French toast, and a ham and cheese sandwich. It is made with two slices of bread, ham, cheese, and a sweet and tangy spread, and then grilled until golden brown. The result is a sandwich that is crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and packed with flavor. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy lunch or a special brunch dish, the deli monte cristo is sure to satisfy.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

MONTE CRISTOS



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A Monte Cristo sandwich never fails to please. This recipe comes together quickly with deli meats, packaged sliced cheese and bottled salad dressing. -Debbie Brunssen, Randolph, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Thousand Island salad dressing
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
8 slices white bread
1/4 pound thinly sliced deli turkey
1/4 pound thinly sliced deli ham
4 slices Swiss cheese
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup strawberry preserves

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630 calories, Fat 36g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 185mg cholesterol, Sodium 1208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

MEMPHIS MONTE CRISTO



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 eggs
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup Neely's BBQ sauce
8 slices hearty white sandwich bread
8 thin slices deli smoked Gouda
8 thin slices deli baked honey ham
8 thin slices deli smoked turkey
Neely's Dry Rub, for dusting, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Heat a large griddle pan over medium heat with vegetable oil.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs, cream, sugar, salt, and cayenne until blended. Pour into an 8 by 8-inch baking pan.
  • Spread some of the barbecue sauce onto each slice of bread. On 4 pieces bread, add 1 slice each of cheese, ham, and turkey, and repeat layer. Top with the other pieces of bread and press the sandwiches together with your hands. Dip into the wet batter turn to coat.
  • Add the battered sandwiches to the hot griddle and cook until golden brown on 1 side. Flip and continue cooking the other side until golden. Remove to a rack-lined sheet tray. Put into the preheated oven and bake until the cheese melts, about 5 more minutes. Remove to a cutting board and slice into triangles. Dust with Neely's dry rub, if desired, and serve.

CLASSIC MONTE CRISTO SANDWICH



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These classic Monte Cristo sandwiches are made with ham. cheese, and turkey or chicken. The sandwiches are dipped in egg and fried like French toast.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Lunch     Brunch     Sandwich

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

18 slices of bread
Butter (to taste)
6 slices ham
6 slices turkey (or chicken)
Optional: mustard (to taste)
Optional: mayonnaise (to taste)
12 slices Swiss cheese (or Gruyere cheese )
3 large eggs
1/3 cup milk
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Pair with homemade french fries , a side salad, and a pickle, and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 680 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 227 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 49 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 2122 mg, Sugar 9 g, Fat 30 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 Servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

MONTE CRISTO SANDWICH



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A quick and easy sandwich with ham, turkey and swiss slices, dipped in an egg/milk mixture and fried to a golden brown. A hot alternative to the usual lunch or snack. Try it with berry jam on the side.

Provided by CJO

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 20m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 slices bread
1 teaspoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
2 slices cooked ham
2 slices cooked turkey meat
1 slice Swiss cheese
1 egg
½ cup milk

Steps:

  • Spread bread with mayonnaise and mustard. Alternate ham, Swiss and turkey slices on bread.
  • Beat egg and milk in a small bowl. Coat the sandwich with the egg and milk mixture. Heat a greased skillet over medium heat, brown the sandwich on both sides. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 297.9 mg, Fat 33.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 48.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 1308.3 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

DELI MONTE CRISTOS



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Looking for a change from the typical Reuben or grilled cheese? This was a famous sandwich years ago. We make it often, and I always get requests for more. Serve it warm with your favorite pickles. -Darlene VanWie, Clayton, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 slices rye bread
4 thin slices deli ham
2 thin slices deli turkey
2 tablespoons deli coleslaw
2 tablespoons Thousand Island salad dressing
2 slices Swiss cheese
2 eggs

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.

Nutrition Facts :

MONTE CRISTO SANDWICH - THE REAL ONE



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This is the real Monte Cristo sandwich. It has a nice thick batter and is absolutely delicious. Enjoy hot sandwich with currant jelly or make a currant sauce with currant jelly, water and heavy cream.

Provided by SEAWAKIM

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs     Breakfast Sandwich Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 quart oil for frying, or as needed
⅔ cup water
1 egg
⅔ cup all-purpose flour
1 ¾ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
8 slices white bread
4 slices Swiss cheese
4 slices turkey
4 slices ham
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar for dusting

Steps:

  • Heat 5 inches of oil in a deep-fryer to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C). While oil is heating, make the batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg and water. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper; whisk into the egg mixture until smooth. Set aside in the refrigerator.
  • Assemble sandwiches by placing one slice of turkey on one slice of bread, a slice of ham on another, then sandwich them with the Swiss cheese in the middle. Cut sandwiches into quarters, and secure with toothpicks.
  • Dip each sandwich quarter in the batter so that all sides are coated. Deep fry in the hot oil until golden brown on all sides. Remove toothpicks and arrange on a serving tray. Dust with confectioners' sugar just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.2 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 12.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 808.2 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

MONTE CRISTO SANDWICH



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Leftovers don't have to be drab. Use extra ham in this classic sandwich.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Dijon mustard
8 slices country bread
Swiss cheese slices
Bourbon-Glazed Ham
4 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 tablespoons butter
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Spread mustard on bread. Layer 4 bread slices with Swiss cheese, ham, and cheese again. Place remaining bread slices on top.
  • In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Dip each sandwich in the egg mixture, turning to coat well.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. When butter is foamy, add the sandwiches, and cook, turning once, until golden brown on both sides, 6 to 8 minutes total. Serve immediately, dusted with confectioners' sugar.

MONTE CRISTO DELIGHTS



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Bisquick Heart Smart® recipe! Bake layers of ham, turkey, cheese and raspberry spread as the filling of a warm sandwich.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups Bisquick Heart Smart® mix
3/4 cup fat-free (skim) milk
1 egg or 1/4 cup fat-free egg product
5 oz reduced-fat Swiss cheese, thinly sliced
6 oz deli-style lean or fat-free ham or turkey ham, very thinly sliced
6 oz deli-style lean or fat-free turkey, very thinly sliced
1/3 cup strawberry or raspberry spreadable fruit
Powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish, or spray with cooking spray. In medium bowl, stir Bisquick® mix, milk and egg until blended.
  • Spread half of the dough in bottom of baking dish. Top with half each of the cheese, ham and turkey. Spread spreadable fruit over turkey to within 1/2 inch sides of dish. Top with remaining ham, turkey and cheese. Spread remaining dough over cheese to sides of dish.
  • Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle generously with powdered sugar. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1290 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 0 g

KICKED UP MONTE CRISTOS!



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These sandwiches are To-Die-For!!!! Sweetness from raspberry preserves and powdered sugar, saltiness from gouda, ham and turkey, and a little kick from cayenne! Use any good, thick-sliced bread. Challah or Brioche is great! But plain sliced bread works just fine! This is a must try for any time of day!!! (Midnight is my favorite!) Created for RSC #11.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces gouda cheese (shredded or sliced)
8 slices bread (thick sliced, white or wheat)
4 slices deli turkey
4 slices deli ham
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon flour
oil (for frying)
1/2 cup raspberry preserves (seedless)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste)
powdered sugar

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.

MONTE CRISTO DELIGHTS



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Found on the Betty Crocker site. The "bread" for these sandwiches actually bakes around the ham, turkey and cheese filling!

Provided by Bekah

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups Bisquick baking mix
3/4 cup milk
1 eggs or 1/4 cup egg substitute
5 ounces swiss cheese, thinly sliced
6 ounces deli ham, very thinly sliced
6 ounces deli turkey, very thinly sliced
1/3 cup strawberry all-fruit spread or 1/3 cup raspberry spreadable fruit
powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Lightly grease square baking dish, 8x8x2 inches, or spray with cooking spray.
  • Stir Bisquick, milk and egg in medium bowl until blended.
  • Spread half of the dough in bottom of baking dish.
  • Top with half each of the cheese, ham and turkey.
  • Spread fruit spread over turkey to within 1/2 inch sides of dish.
  • Top with remaining ham, turkey and cheese.
  • Spread remaining dough over cheese to sides of dish.
  • Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
  • Sprinkle generously with powdered sugar.
  • Serve warm.
  • ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.7, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 93.8, Sodium 1292.3, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 6.2, Protein 20.1

Tips for Making the Best Monte Cristo Sandwiches:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the sandwich will be. Look for thick-cut ham and cheese, and use a good quality bread.
  • Don't skimp on the butter. Butter is what makes the Monte Cristo sandwich so rich and delicious. Use plenty of it on both sides of the bread.
  • Cook the sandwich low and slow. This will help to ensure that the cheese melts evenly and the bread doesn't burn.
  • Serve the sandwich with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular options include raspberry jam, maple syrup, and powdered sugar. Experiment to find your favorite combination.

Conclusion:

The Monte Cristo sandwich is a classic for a reason. It's a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With a few simple tips, you can make the best Monte Cristo sandwich that you've ever had. So what are you waiting for? Give it a try today!

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