Dip the cooked sandwich in a tablespoon of sugar free preserves to really kick this sandwich up a notch!.Let it cook for 3-4 minutes and flip it over and cook for another 3-4 minutes. In a skillet add 1/2 Tbsp light butter and on place sandwich in top of melted butter and cook on medium heat.In a small bowl, stir together the egg, milk, and a dash of salt and pepper.Spread 1/2 tsp light mayo on the inside of each slice of bread Add layer of cheese and a layer of ham on top of the mayo.Cut the bread crusts off each slice of bread.1 Tbsp sugar free strawberry or raspberry preserves, for dippin’.1/2 Tbsp Land o’ Lakes light butter made with canola oil or any light butter.2 tablespoons skim or unsweetened almond milk.1 tsp light mayo (divided) ( I use Best Foods light mayonnaise).2 oz deli ham (or turkey) ( I use Oscar Mayer smoked turkey).2 slices low point sandwich bread ( I use 647 bread which is 1 point per slice).All which is a preference and I have to say this Lightened Monte Cristo sandwich is a favorite of mine!īe sure to check out these other low point sandwiches or wraps: The Monte Cristo is sometimes covered in powdered sugar and served with maple syrup or preserves. In other regions it is served grilled or as an open sandwich with only the bread battered and the assembled sandwich heated slightly under a grill or broiler. Regional variations may include sliced turkey. Traditionally, it is dipped in its entirety in egg batter and pan fried, though it may also be deep fried. In the 1930s–1960s, American cookbooks had recipes for this sandwich under such names as “French Sandwich.”Īccording to Wikipedia: In most regions, the sandwich is savory rather than sweet. What is a Monte Cristo? A Monte Cristo is a fried ham and cheese sandwich, a variation of the French croque-monsieur.
Jump to Recipe What’s not to love about a Monte Cristo Sandwich-the creaminess of the Gouda cheese really takes it to the next level!
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