{"id":2811,"date":"2024-11-07T12:36:09","date_gmt":"2024-11-07T03:36:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/?p=2811"},"modified":"2024-12-03T01:07:29","modified_gmt":"2024-12-02T16:07:29","slug":"monte-cristo-sandwich-recipe-nostalgic-benigans-sandwich","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/en\/blog\/2024\/11\/07\/monte-cristo-sandwich-recipe-nostalgic-benigans-sandwich\/","title":{"rendered":"Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe: A Taste of Home, Made Easy! 15 Minutes to Make"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/en\/blog\/2024\/11\/07\/monte-cristo-sandwich-recipe-nostalgic-benigans-sandwich\/#%EC%A7%91%EC%97%90%EC%84%9C_%EC%A6%90%EA%B8%B0%EB%8A%94_%EB%AA%AC%ED%85%8C%ED%81%AC%EB%A6%AC%EC%8A%A4%ED%86%A0_%EC%83%8C%EB%93%9C%EC%9C%84%EC%B9%98_%EB%A0%88%EC%8B%9C%ED%94%BC\" >Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe at Home<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/en\/blog\/2024\/11\/07\/monte-cristo-sandwich-recipe-nostalgic-benigans-sandwich\/#%EC%A4%80%EB%B9%84_%EC%9E%AC%EB%A3%8C\" >Preparation materials<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/en\/blog\/2024\/11\/07\/monte-cristo-sandwich-recipe-nostalgic-benigans-sandwich\/#%EB%AA%AC%ED%85%8C%ED%81%AC%EB%A6%AC%EC%8A%A4%ED%86%A0_%EC%83%8C%EB%93%9C%EC%9C%84%EC%B9%98_%EB%A7%8C%EB%93%9C%EB%8A%94_%EB%B2%95\" >How to make a Monte Cristo sandwich<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/en\/blog\/2024\/11\/07\/monte-cristo-sandwich-recipe-nostalgic-benigans-sandwich\/#%EB%B0%94%EC%82%AD%ED%95%9C_%EB%AA%AC%ED%85%8C%ED%81%AC%EB%A6%AC%EC%8A%A4%ED%86%A0_%EC%83%8C%EB%93%9C%EC%9C%84%EC%B9%98_%EB%A7%8C%EB%93%A4%EA%B8%B0\" >Make a crispy Monte Cristo sandwich<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/en\/blog\/2024\/11\/07\/monte-cristo-sandwich-recipe-nostalgic-benigans-sandwich\/#%EB%8C%80%EC%B2%B4_%EC%9E%AC%EB%A3%8C_%EB%B0%8F_%EC%9A%94%EB%A6%AC_%ED%8C%81\" >Alternative ingredients and cooking tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/en\/blog\/2024\/11\/07\/monte-cristo-sandwich-recipe-nostalgic-benigans-sandwich\/#%EC%82%AC%EC%9A%A9%EB%90%9C_%EC%A0%9C%ED%92%88_%EC%A0%95%EB%B3%B4\" >Product information used<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%EC%A7%91%EC%97%90%EC%84%9C_%EC%A6%90%EA%B8%B0%EB%8A%94_%EB%AA%AC%ED%85%8C%ED%81%AC%EB%A6%AC%EC%8A%A4%ED%86%A0_%EC%83%8C%EB%93%9C%EC%9C%84%EC%B9%98_%EB%A0%88%EC%8B%9C%ED%94%BC\"><\/span>Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe at Home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Montecristo sandwich, made with ham and cheese toast smeared with strawberry jam, is a specialty item that used to be served at a diner called Bennigan's, and can be enjoyed in two versions: crispy and moist. Today, we're sharing a simple recipe for a Montecristo sandwich that you can make at home, so you can recreate the memorable flavors of the old Bennigan's and make a great sandwich at home!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_20\uc644\uc131.jpg\" alt=\"The finished Monte Cristo sandwich on a plate.\" class=\"wp-image-3228\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_20\uc644\uc131.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_20\uc644\uc131-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%EC%A4%80%EB%B9%84_%EC%9E%AC%EB%A3%8C\"><\/span>Preparation materials<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3 slices of bread<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>60 ml milk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 slices cheddar cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 slices ham, sliced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strawberry Jam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A pinch of salt to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bacon can be substituted for ham<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cook with 1 T=15 cc, 1 t=5 cc measuring spoons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%EB%AA%AC%ED%85%8C%ED%81%AC%EB%A6%AC%EC%8A%A4%ED%86%A0_%EC%83%8C%EB%93%9C%EC%9C%84%EC%B9%98_%EB%A7%8C%EB%93%9C%EB%8A%94_%EB%B2%95\"><\/span>How to make a Monte Cristo sandwich<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_1\ub538\uae30\uc7bc.jpg\" alt=\"One side of the bread is spread with a thin layer of strawberry jam.\" class=\"wp-image-3229\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_1\ub538\uae30\uc7bc.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_1\ub538\uae30\uc7bc-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare the bread:<\/strong> Spread a thin layer of strawberry jam on one side of the bread. Too much jam can overpower the sweetness, so it's best to spread it as thinly as possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3254\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_2\ud584-2.jpg\" alt=\"A slice of sliced ham on bread spread with strawberry jam.\" class=\"wp-image-3254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_2\ud584-2.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_2\ud584-2-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3255\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_3\ud584\uac00\ub4dd-3.jpg\" alt=\"The sliced ham is tucked around the edge of the bread, leaving no gaps.\" class=\"wp-image-3255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_3\ud584\uac00\ub4dd-3.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_3\ud584\uac00\ub4dd-3-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3256\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_4.2\uce58\uc988\uac00\ub4dd-2.jpg\" alt=\"A tight covering of cheddar cheese.\" class=\"wp-image-3256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_4.2\uce58\uc988\uac00\ub4dd-2.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_4.2\uce58\uc988\uac00\ub4dd-2-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Top with ham and cheese:<\/strong> Place the ham on the jam-slathered bread. Place the ham around the edge of the bread and cut another slice of ham to fill in the gaps. Place two slices of cheddar cheese on top in the same way.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3235\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_4.3\ub538\uae30\uc7bc\ubc1c\ub77c\uc11c.jpg\" alt=\"An extra slice of bread with strawberry jam.\" class=\"wp-image-3235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_4.3\ub538\uae30\uc7bc\ubc1c\ub77c\uc11c.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_4.3\ub538\uae30\uc7bc\ubc1c\ub77c\uc11c-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3237\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_4.4\uce58\uc988\uc704\uc5d0-\ub36e\uae30.jpg\" alt=\"Bread covered with strawberry preserves, strawberry side down, on top of the cheese.\" class=\"wp-image-3237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_4.4\uce58\uc988\uc704\uc5d0-\ub36e\uae30.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_4.4\uce58\uc988\uc704\uc5d0-\ub36e\uae30-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3236\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_5.3\ub2e8\uc73c\ub85c.jpg\" alt=\"The finished sandwich, stacked in three layers.\" class=\"wp-image-3236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_5.3\ub2e8\uc73c\ub85c.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_5.3\ub2e8\uc73c\ub85c-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stacking sandwiches:<\/strong> Spread the strawberry jam on one side of another slice of bread and stack it, jam-side down. Repeat the process to make three stacks of sandwiches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3238\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_6\ubc18\uc8fd\ub9cc\ub4e4\uae30.jpg\" alt=\"Preparing egg wash by combining eggs, milk, and salt.\" class=\"wp-image-3238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_6\ubc18\uc8fd\ub9cc\ub4e4\uae30.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_6\ubc18\uc8fd\ub9cc\ub4e4\uae30-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3239\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_7\ubc18\uc8fd\uc11e\uae30.jpg\" alt=\"Preparing egg wash by mixing eggs and milk.\" class=\"wp-image-3239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_7\ubc18\uc8fd\uc11e\uae30.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_7\ubc18\uc8fd\uc11e\uae30-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare the egg wash:<\/strong> Prepare the egg wash by whisking 1 egg, 60 ml milk, and a pinch of flavoring salt in a bowl.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3240\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_8\ubc18\uc8fd\ubb3b\ud788\uae30.jpg\" alt=\"Spreading the egg wash evenly on one side of the sandwich.\" class=\"wp-image-3240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_8\ubc18\uc8fd\ubb3b\ud788\uae30.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_8\ubc18\uc8fd\ubb3b\ud788\uae30-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3241\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_9\uc606\uba74\uae4c\uc9c0\ubb3b\ud788\uae30.jpg\" alt=\"Watching the egg wash soak into the sides of the sandwich.\" class=\"wp-image-3241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_9\uc606\uba74\uae4c\uc9c0\ubb3b\ud788\uae30.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_9\uc606\uba74\uae4c\uc9c0\ubb3b\ud788\uae30-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Egg wash:<\/strong> Brush the egg wash evenly over the entire sandwich, including the sides, to ensure even cooking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3242\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_10-\uc2dd\uc6a9\uc720-\ub450\ub974\uae30.jpg\" alt=\"Preheating a pan with cooking oil.\" class=\"wp-image-3242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_10-\uc2dd\uc6a9\uc720-\ub450\ub974\uae30.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_10-\uc2dd\uc6a9\uc720-\ub450\ub974\uae30-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3244\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_11-\uc57d\ubd88\uc5d0-\uad7d\uae30.jpg\" alt=\"The sandwich is placed over low heat and begins to grill.\" class=\"wp-image-3244\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_11-\uc57d\ubd88\uc5d0-\uad7d\uae30.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_11-\uc57d\ubd88\uc5d0-\uad7d\uae30-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3243\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_12-\ub178\ub987\ud558\uac8c-\uad7d\uae30.jpg\" alt=\"The sandwich is golden brown on one side.\" class=\"wp-image-3243\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_12-\ub178\ub987\ud558\uac8c-\uad7d\uae30.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_12-\ub178\ub987\ud558\uac8c-\uad7d\uae30-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bake a sandwich:<\/strong> Cook the sandwiches in a heated skillet over low heat with cooking oil. It's best to use cooking oil because butter can burn before the cheese melts. Cook slowly over low heat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3249\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_14\ub300\uac01\uc120\uc73c\ub85c-\uc790\ub974\uae30.jpg\" alt=\"A diagonal cut of the finished sandwich.\" class=\"wp-image-3249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_14\ub300\uac01\uc120\uc73c\ub85c-\uc790\ub974\uae30.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_14\ub300\uac01\uc120\uc73c\ub85c-\uc790\ub974\uae30-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3250\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_15-\uc790\ub978\ubaa8\uc2b5.jpg\" alt=\"A cross-sectional view of a sandwich cut twice diagonally.\" class=\"wp-image-3250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_15-\uc790\ub978\ubaa8\uc2b5.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_15-\uc790\ub978\ubaa8\uc2b5-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Crop after completion:<\/strong> When cutting, make two diagonal cuts to get a nice shape.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%EB%B0%94%EC%82%AD%ED%95%9C_%EB%AA%AC%ED%85%8C%ED%81%AC%EB%A6%AC%EC%8A%A4%ED%86%A0_%EC%83%8C%EB%93%9C%EC%9C%84%EC%B9%98_%EB%A7%8C%EB%93%A4%EA%B8%B0\"><\/span>Make a crispy Monte Cristo sandwich<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3246\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_16\ube75\uac00\ub8e8.jpg\" alt=\"Preparing the breadcrumbs on a plate.\" class=\"wp-image-3246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_16\ube75\uac00\ub8e8.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_16\ube75\uac00\ub8e8-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3245\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_17\ube75\uac00\ub8e8\ubb3b\ud788\uae30.jpg\" alt=\"Breading a sandwich with egg wash to evenly coat the breadcrumbs.\" class=\"wp-image-3245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_17\ube75\uac00\ub8e8\ubb3b\ud788\uae30.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_17\ube75\uac00\ub8e8\ubb3b\ud788\uae30-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dip in egg wash and bread crumbs:<\/strong> Dip in the egg wash and then coat evenly in the breadcrumbs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3247\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_18\ubc14\uc0ad\ud55c-\ubc84\uc804-\uc644\uc131.jpg\" alt=\"The finished Montecristo sandwich with a crispy, golden brown exterior.\" class=\"wp-image-3247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_18\ubc14\uc0ad\ud55c-\ubc84\uc804-\uc644\uc131.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_18\ubc14\uc0ad\ud55c-\ubc84\uc804-\uc644\uc131-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"3248\" src=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_19-\ubc14\uc0ad\ud55c-\ubc84\uc804-\uc790\ub974\uae30.jpg\" alt=\"A cut from a toasted sandwich.\" class=\"wp-image-3248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_19-\ubc14\uc0ad\ud55c-\ubc84\uc804-\uc790\ub974\uae30.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ezhomecooking.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/batch_19-\ubc14\uc0ad\ud55c-\ubc84\uc804-\uc790\ub974\uae30-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bake to crisp:<\/strong> Use the same method to crisp them up in the pan and enjoy a Monte Cristo sandwich that's crispy on the outside and moist on the inside!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%EB%8C%80%EC%B2%B4_%EC%9E%AC%EB%A3%8C_%EB%B0%8F_%EC%9A%94%EB%A6%AC_%ED%8C%81\"><\/span>Alternative ingredients and cooking tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can substitute bacon for the ham, and the flavor will be deeper with bacon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In addition to cheddar cheese, you can use mozzarella cheese for a more chewy flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%EC%82%AC%EC%9A%A9%EB%90%9C_%EC%A0%9C%ED%92%88_%EC%A0%95%EB%B3%B4\"><\/span>Product information used<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Milk bread:<\/strong> This inexpensive but delicious bread is perfect for sandwiches. <a href=\"https:\/\/dotmddl889.blogspot.com\/2024\/11\/blog-post_39.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">\ud83d\udc49 See products<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cheddar cheese:<\/strong> It's an easy-to-use sliced cheese that's great value for money, so I use it often. <a href=\"https:\/\/dotmddl889.blogspot.com\/2024\/11\/blog-post_87.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">\ud83d\udc49 See products<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sliced ham:<\/strong> This easy-to-use sliced ham is perfect for a variety of sandwiches. <a href=\"https:\/\/dotmddl889.blogspot.com\/2024\/11\/blog-post_34.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">\ud83d\udc49 See products<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\"This post is part of my work with Coupang Partners, which means I will receive a small commission if you click on the link. Please check the product information before purchasing as it may not be the lowest price.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enjoy the classic Monte Cristo sandwich in the comfort of your own home. Choose between a moist or crispy version, depending on your preference. With sweet and savory flavors, these sandwiches are perfect for a hearty breakfast or snack. Have a delicious day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Monte Cristo sandwich recipe is a simple dish made with layers of strawberry jam, ham, and cheese on white bread, dipped in an egg wash, and grilled to a golden brown. 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