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Apples
Apple Monte Cristo Sandwich
Thin slices of crisp Ontario Apples are sandwiched between layers of ham and cheese in this delicious, updated version of a grilled cheese sandwich. Serve with soup for a satisfying lunch or supper.
Preparation Time:
10 Minutes
Cooking Time: 10 Minutes
Servings: 4
Cooking Time: 10 Minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (50 mL) light or low fat mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) prepared or Dijon mustard
- 8 slices whole wheat bread
- 4 slices Swiss Cheese
- 2 Ontario Apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 4 slices smoked ham
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup (75 mL) milk
- A pinch each of salt and cayenne pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp (25 mL) butter
Preparation:
Combine mayonnaise and mustard; spread one side of each slice of bread with mayonnaise mixture. Prepare 4 sandwiches, layering cheese, apple slices and ham. In shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, salt and cayenne. Dip both sides of sandwiches in egg mixture.
In large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Cook sandwiches (it may be necessary to do so in two batches) until browned. Turn and brown other side. Serve warm.
