In the realm of culinary delights, the turkey bacon Monte Cristo sandwich stands as a delectable masterpiece, tantalizing taste buds with its symphony of flavors. Its origins remain shrouded in mystery, though tales abound of its creation in the heart of New Orleans. Some attribute its birth to the iconic Café du Monde, while others believe it emerged from the bustling kitchens of Arnaud's Restaurant. Regardless of its birthplace, this sandwich has become a beloved classic, gracing menus across the nation and captivating food enthusiasts with its unique blend of sweet and savory notes.
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SUPER-STUFFED MONTE-CRISTO SANDWICHES
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat a griddle pan or large skillet over medium high heat. Cook bacon and remove to paper towels to drain, 5 minutes. Drain off fat. Reheat griddle over medium heat. Make sandwiches in 2 batches.
- Beat eggs with half-and-half, nutmeg and pepper. Add 1 tablespoon butter to the griddle or pan and melt. Turn 4 slices bread in batter, then add to griddle or pan. Turn bread after it browns, 2 to 3 minutes. Top 2 bread slices with mustard, the other 2 with cranberry sauce. Add 2 slices of cheese and bacon on the cranberry covered bread. Add ham, then turkey to the mustard covered bread. Use a spatula to assemble 2 sandwiches and turn and press gently to set sandwiches in place. Repeat to make 2 more sandwiches. Cut sandwiches from corner to corner.
- Heat syrup in microwave safe container for 30 seconds. Drizzle syrup over sandwiches at the table.
MONTE CRISTO SANDWICH
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
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
TURKEY-CRANBERRY MONTE CRISTO
Every year, my husband and I look forward to Thanksgiving leftovers just so we can make this sandwich. Once you try it, I'm sure you will agree that this is the best turkey sandwich ever! -Cleo Gonske, Redding, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Spread 4 slices of bread with mustard. Layer with turkey and cheese. Spread remaining bread with cranberry sauce; place on cheese., In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1-1/2 teaspoons each butter and oil over medium heat until butter is melted. Dip 2 sandwiches in egg mixture; add to skillet. Cook until golden brown, 2-3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining butter, oil and sandwiches., Transfer sandwiches to a baking sheet. Bake until cheese is melted, 4-5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 674 calories, Fat 30g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 297mg cholesterol, Sodium 1282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 44g protein.
WAFFLE MONTE CRISTOS
Waffles packed with turkey, ham, bacon and apricot preserves have so much sweet, smoky love going on. I use frozen waffles to save time, but have at it if you want to put your waffle iron to good use. -Kelly Reynolds, Urbana, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
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.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 1163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
Tips:
- For a crispy Monte Cristo, use day-old bread.
- Spread the edges of the bread with butter before grilling to prevent the bread from getting soggy.
- Use a good quality deli ham and cheese for the best flavor.
- Feel free to add other ingredients to your Monte Cristo, such as sliced avocado, tomato, or arugula.
- Serve the Monte Cristo with your favorite dipping sauce, such as honey mustard, raspberry jam, or maple syrup.
Conclusion:
The Turkey Bacon Monte Cristo Sandwich is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich. It's a great way to use up leftover turkey and bacon, and it's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying sandwich, give the Turkey Bacon Monte Cristo Sandwich a try.
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