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Monte Cristo Sandwich
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 15 Minutes
Servings: 1
Great change from your typical sandwich! For best results, use thin-sliced cheeses & meats from your deli.
Ingredients:
8 -12 cups vegetable shortening (for fryer)
3 slices whole wheat bread
1 slice swiss cheese
3 ounces sliced 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)
Directions:
1. Heat shortening in deep fryer to 375F (If you cdon't have a deepfryer, use a large skillet at least 5 deep.
2. Layer ingredients, bottom to top, as follows: bread, Swiss, turkey, bread, American, ham, & bread. Meat should not overhang bread. Flatten slightly.
3. In bowl, beat egg whites. Stir in ice water.
4. Sift flour and baking soda into egg mixture. Stir until barely mixed & lumpy.
5. Slice sandwich in half diagonally.
6. Dip one of the halves in batter. Coat well and let excess batter drain off.
7. Drop into oil and fry 6-8 minutes, turning once, until golden brown. Repeat for other half.
8. Drain on paper towels & allow to cool. Cut each half in half & dust with powdered sugar.
By RecipeOfHealth.com