Open-Faced Monte Cristo Sandwiches

Makes 4 servings
Prep Time: 15 min.
Broiling Time: 3 min.

Ingredients:

• 2 - large eggs

• 1/2 - cup milk

• 1/2 - teaspoon salt

• 1/4 - teaspoon pepper

• 4 white bread slices (1-inch thick)

• 2 - Tablespoons butter or margarine

• 4 - Tablespoons strawberry jam or red currant jelly

• 4 - ounces think sliced cooked turkey or chicken

• 4 - ounces think sliced smoked cooked ham

• 8 - slices (3/4-ounce) Swiss cheese

• Powdered sugar (optional)

Directions:

1. In a shallow dish, you want to whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.

2. Dip both sides of bread slices in egg mixture.

3. In a large skillet, melt butter.  Add bread slices and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

4. Spread 1-Talbespoon strawberry jam on 1-side of each bread slice.

5. Top evenly with turkey, ham, and cheese.

6. Place a a baking sheet.  Broil 5-inchesf from heat 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.

7. If desired, sprinkle with powered sugar.  Serve immediately.