Monte Cristo

Monte Cristo

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This Monte Cristo recipe creates a delightful combination of flavors and textures with layers of ham and cheese between slices of bread. The batter of flour, baking powder, nutmeg, and milk gives...

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Cooking tools:

  • Fish spatula
  • Spatula
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon
  • Measuring cup
  • Plate
  • Nonstick skillet
  • Cast iron skillet
  • Dutch oven
  • Cooling rack
  • Baking sheet
  • Chef's knife
  • Stove

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (2 1/4 ounces; 64g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt; for table salt, use a pinch
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup (118ml) whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon (15g) mayonnaise, divided
  • 4 slices hearty white sandwich bread
  • 2 teaspoons (10g) Dijon mustard, divided
  • 4 ounces (113g) shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese (about 1 cup), divided
  • 6 ounces (170g) thinly sliced ham (about 12 slices), divided
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter
  • Powdered sugar for serving, optional
  • Raspberry preserves for serving, optional

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