Monte Cristo Sandwich

Name: Monte Cristo Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 serving(s)
Ingredients: vegetable shortening (8-12 cups for fryer); 3 slices whole wheat bread; 1 slice swiss cheese; 3 ounces sliced cooked turkey; 1 slice American cheese; 3 ounces sliced ham; 3 tablespoons egg whites; 1 cup ice water; 1/4 teaspoon sugar; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1 cup white whole wheat flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; powdered sugar (for dusting)

Submitted by JelsMom

"Great change from your typical sandwich! For best results, use thin-sliced cheeses & meats from your deli."

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Ready In:: 15mins
Ingredients:: 13
Serves:: 1

ingredients

vegetable shortening (8-12 cups for fryer)
Sandwich
3 slices whole wheat bread
1 slice swiss cheese
3 ounces sliced cooked turkey
1 slice American cheese
3 ounces sliced ham
Batter
3 tablespoons egg whites
1 cup ice water
¹⁄₄ teaspoon sugar
¹⁄₈ teaspoon salt
1 cup white whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
powdered sugar (for dusting)

directions

Heat shortening in deep fryer to 375F (If you cdon't have a deepfryer, use a large skillet at least 5" deep.
Layer ingredients, bottom to top, as follows: bread, Swiss, turkey, bread, American, ham, & bread. Meat should not overhang bread. Flatten slightly.
In bowl, beat egg whites. Stir in ice water.
Sift flour and baking soda into egg mixture. Stir until barely mixed & lumpy.
Slice sandwich in half diagonally.
Dip one of the halves in batter. Coat well and let excess batter drain off.
Drop into oil and fry 6-8 minutes, turning once, until golden brown. Repeat for other half.
Drain on paper towels & allow to cool. Cut each half in half & dust with powdered sugar.