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Modern Monte Cristo

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 16 slices Hickory Smoked Turkey Ham
  • 16 slices Pan Roasted Turkey Breast
  • 1 c. all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp. sugar
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 3/4 c. whole milk
  • 1 egg
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese
  • 8 slices sourdough bread
  • Powdered sugar— to taste (optional)
  • Raspberry compote— to taste (optional)

Instructions

  1. Sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  2. Combine milk and egg in separate bowl.
  3. Mix the egg mixture and the dry ingredients until smooth. Set aside.
  4. Assemble sandwiches: Layer 4 slices of ham, 4 slices of turkey and 2 slices of Swiss cheese between 2 pieces of bread.
  5. Place a toothpick in each corner of the sandwich.
  6. Dip the whole sandwich in the batter. Deep fat fry at 340F until golden. Remove from fryer.
  7. Remove the toothpicks and sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve with raspberry compote, if desired. Serve.