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Nutrition Facts

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

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

Recipe #26049 | 10 min | 5 min prep | add private note
Mysterygirl

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 (change servings and units)

Ingredients

Batter

Directions

  1. 1
    Place turkey and Swiss cheese on one slice of bread and ham and American cheese on another slice of bread.
  2. 2
    Place third slice.
  3. 3
    in-between and secure the triple-decker sandwich in the corners with tooth picks.
  4. 4
    Place egg in mixing bowl, add water and beat together.
  5. 5
    Add salt, sugar, flour, and baking powder.
  6. 6
    Beat batter until smooth.
  7. 7
    Dip sandwich in batter and carefully cover all the sides and surface.
  8. 8
    Carefully place in hot oil and fry until golden.
  9. 9
    When sandwich has turned a warm gold color remove from hot oil and place on paper towel.
  10. 10
    Let cool for a few minutes before removing the tooth picks.
  11. 11
    Before serving slice into fourths and sprinkle.
  12. 12
    with powder sugar.
  13. 13
    Serve with Raspberry jam.

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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.

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  • 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+

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  • 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!

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    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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