Waffle Monte Cristos

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 4 homestyle frozen waffles
• 6 slices swiss cheese
• 4 slices deli ham (honey ham)
• 4 slices deli turkey
• 4 slices pre- cooked bacon (optional)
• powdered sugar

Directions

1. 1

   Heat bacon as directed on package; set aside.

2. 2

   On a plate, layer: 1 swiss cheese slice, 2 ham slices, 1 bacon slice (if using), 1 swiss cheese slice, 1 bacon slice (if using), 2 turkey slices, and 1 swiss cheese slice. Evenly arrange cheese so sandwich will hold together. Set aside.

3. 3

   In a 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add waffles and cook 3 to 4 minutes or until ridges are golden brown and tops begin to soften. Turn waffles.

4. 4

   On two of the waffles, place the stacks of cheese and meat. Place other waffles on top, toasted side down.

5. 5

   Cook about two minutes, or until bottom waffles are browned.

6. 6

   Turn sandwiches. Cover and cook about 4 minutes longer of until waffles are browned and cheese is melted.

7. 7

   Cut sandwiches in half. Lightly dust with powdered sugar.