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| Nutrition Facts | ||
|---|---|---|
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Serving Size 1 (298g) Recipe makes 3 servings The following items or measurements are not included below: 3 slices cooked turkey 3 slices cooked ham |
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| Calories 643 | ||
| Calories from Fat 169 | (26%) | |
| Amount Per Serving | %DV | |
| Total Fat 18.8g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat 9.6g | 48% | |
| Monounsaturated Fat 5.7g | ||
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g | ||
| Trans Fat 0.0g | ||
| Cholesterol 109mg | 36% | |
| Sodium 1478mg | 61% | |
| Potassium 399mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 92.3g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber 7.5g | 29% | |
| Sugars 6.7g | ||
| Protein 28.4g | 56% | |
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Bennigans Monte Cristo Sandwich
By: Mysterygirl
Apr 22, 2002
Bennigan's makes the most awesome Monte Cristo sandwiches. A great break from the usual toasted ham & cheese.
SERVES 3 , 3 sandwiches
Ingredients
- 9 slices whole wheat bread
- 3 slices cooked turkey
- 3 slices cooked ham
- 3 slices American cheese
- 3 slices swiss cheese
Batter
- 1 egg
- 1-1 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- vegetable oil (for deep frying)
Directions
1
Place turkey and Swiss cheese on one slice of bread and ham and American cheese on another slice of bread.2
Place third slice.3
in-between and secure the triple-decker sandwich in the corners with tooth picks.4
Place egg in mixing bowl, add water and beat together.5
Add salt, sugar, flour, and baking powder.6
Beat batter until smooth.7
Dip sandwich in batter and carefully cover all the sides and surface.8
Carefully place in hot oil and fry until golden.9
When sandwich has turned a warm gold color remove from hot oil and place on paper towel.10
Let cool for a few minutes before removing the tooth picks.11
Before serving slice into fourths and sprinkle.12
with powder sugar.13
Serve with Raspberry jam.
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Featured Reviews for This Recipe
From: gayle #280716
On Jun 21, 2009
I made this several times now and although tricky to flip in oil, it taste quite good. I found that if I dip the sandwich in jam I get too much sweet flavor. I suggest spreading a layer of jam on the 3rd slice of bread in between all the meat and cheese.
From: Chef #1278990
On May 26, 2009
This is my favorite indulgence in the way of sandwiches! It is exactly like the resturants - an all time favorite of my Mother's. I made this for a Mother's Day Lunch and served it with fruit salad - She loved it and wanted the recipe, which I forwarded. Thanks for sharing!! A+
From: ranchgirl
On Feb 4, 2006
Accuracy wise this recipe is essentially spot-on....just a few adjustments. To make a true monty cristo EXACTLY as Bennigans does, use 1 1/2 oz (2 med slices) each of honey ham and smoked turkey, a commercial tempura mix (we use sun luck brand), and double-dip each half of the sandwich. be sure to fry each half after cutting, fry for 3 min 10 seconds, turning halfway through, and sprinkle the powdered sugar on RIGHT after taking from the oil. Enjoy!
From: Miss Annie
On Sep 29, 2002
Boy were these babies good! I really liked making this recipe, and it didn't take very long. We had a nice lunch of these sandwiches and fruit salad. All of the flavors together were so good. Thanks for sharing this keeper!!
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