{"id":35252,"date":"2023-10-29T03:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-10-29T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thatrecipe.com\/?p=35252"},"modified":"2023-10-29T12:10:34","modified_gmt":"2023-10-29T19:10:34","slug":"baked-monte-cristo-sandwich-casserole","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thatrecipe.com\/baked-monte-cristo-sandwich-casserole\/","title":{"rendered":"Monte Cristo Sandwich Casserole for brunch or dinner"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Tired of the same old ham leftovers? Spice up your meal plan with a delicious baked Monte Cristo Sandwich casserole. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This meal is the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and cheesy. A combination of French toast, ham, and cheese will tantalize your taste buds and have you coming back for more. <\/p>\n\n\n
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If you need a new way to serve leftover holiday ham, this casserole is a great choice. You can serve it for brunch, at a luncheon or a make ahead dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This recipe came from our lovely neighbor growing up, Marilyn Webb. She had two sons, and often pampered me as an \"almost daughter\" until her boys married.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Quick note about the preparation time:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This recipe layers together very quickly, BUT it needs to set up for a few hours to let the bread absorb the milk and eggs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can make it the night before for breakfast, or whip it up in the morning and bake it when you get home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ingredients for Monte Cristo Sandwich Casserole<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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softened butter or margarine<\/li>\n\n\n\n
sandwich bread, soft white bread works best<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Swiss cheese (thinly sliced) - or cheddar or your preference<\/li>\n\n\n\n
prepared mustard, I used whole grain on half and left the other half plain for my mustard haters<\/li>\n\n\n\n
ham slices, or if you have bits and pieces of ham left, finely chop it by hand or in a food processor and spread it on<\/li>\n\n\n\n
eggs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
milk<\/li>\n\n\n\n
salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
A few tips on the bread. It works best if the bread fits snugly together in your pan. I found barely trimming some thickly sliced Italian bread worked well. You may need to have 1 half sandwich in order to get the bread to fit in your pan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What type of pan to use?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
I cut the recipe to \u2154, using 4 slices of bread, 3 eggs and 2 cups milk. This fit nicely in a 9 inch square pan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For 6 sandwiches, use a 9 x 13 inch pan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Serve Monte Cristo Sandwich Casserole<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The original recipe recommended serving with chopped boiled eggs and pimento on top. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I prefer the more traditional Monte Cristo choice of powdered sugar with a side of strawberry jam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pan Fry Monte Cristo Sandwiches Instead of Baking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Traditionally, these sandwiches are cooked like French toast or a grilled cheese sandwich.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Prepare the sandwiches as below but, pour the milk and egg mixture into a pie pan or other similar dish. Dip the sandwiches for about 20-30 seconds a side to allow the bread to absorb the liquid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cook on a hot griddle or skillet coated with butter, until golden brown on both sides and cheese has melted. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
More Sandwich Recipes from #OurFamilyTable<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Sandwiches are great for any meal. Here are some delicious choices to try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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