Monte Cristo sandwich
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| Place of origin | United States |
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| Type | Sandwich |
| Main ingredient(s) | Bread, ham, cheese (Emmental or Gruyère), egg batter |
A Monte Cristo is a fried ham and cheese sandwich, a variation of the French croque-monsieur. In the 1930s–1960s, American cookbooks had recipes for this sandwich, under such names as French Sandwich, Toasted Ham Sandwich, and French Toasted Cheese Sandwich.[1] Emmental or Gruyère cheese is typically used.[1][2][3]
Description
In most regions, the sandwich is savory rather than sweet. Traditionally, it is dipped in its entirety in egg batter and pan fried, though it may also be deep fried.[4] Regional variations[1][5] may include sliced turkey. In some areas of the US it is served grilled, in others as an open sandwich with only the bread battered and the assembled sandwich heated slightly under a grill or broiler.[1] In the southern US, some restaurants serve a variation that is batter dipped and deep fried.[citation needed]
The Monte Cristo is sometimes covered in powdered sugar and served with preserves.
See also
- French toast
- Reuben sandwich
- Croque-monsieur
- New York cuisine
- Grilled cheese
- Cheese dream
- List of sandwiches
References
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