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Meatless Monte Cristo Sandwiches

3.9

(8)

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Even without the customary ham and chicken or turkey, these are satisfying. Scoop deli potato salad alongside, then offer gingersnaps and a fresh fruit compote with mint.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 2; can be doubled

Ingredients

6 slices egg bread
4 teaspoons (about) Dijon mustard
4 ounces sliced Swiss cheese
1 large tomato, thinly sliced
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons water
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Arrange egg bread on work surface. Spread each slice with mustard. Divide Swiss cheese and sliced tomato equally among 3 bread slices; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Form 3 sandwiches by pressing remaining bread slices, mustard side down, atop tomato.

    Step 2

    Whisk eggs, 2 tablespoons water and sage to blend in medium shallow bowl. Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-low heat. Dip both sides of each sandwich into egg mixture and place in skillet. Cook until cheese melts and sandwiches are golden, about 4 minutes per side. Cut sandwiches diagonally in half. Transfer 3 halves to each plate.

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