Monte Cristo sandwich

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A Monte Cristo is a sandwich of ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese between batter-dipped grilled or fried bread.

The sandwich can differ regionally. Traditionally it is dipped in its entirety in batter and deep fried. In some regions of the United States it is served grilled, and in some regions it is served as an open sandwich with just the bread battered.

The sandwich is often served with fresh fruit or with Clotted Cream on the side. It is sometimes served with fruit preserves, powdered sugar, or sweet mustard sauce. The Cumberland Head Style Monte Cristo is served with Thousand Island Dressing or Russian Dressing.

Contents 1 Origins 2 See also 3 References 4 External links

[edit] Origins

Its precise appearance in the United States remains in dispute - records from various Los Angeles restaurants, including the Brown Noodle, have included the sandwich in their menus and cookbooks as far back as the 1800s. Much of its popularity stems from being a featured item at Disneyland's Blue Bayou Restaurant (located in New Orleans Square).^[1] Its modern presence in diners and mid-priced restaurant chains holds the sandwich true to its bistro origins.

The etymological origin of the sandwich's name is contentious.

[edit] See also

• French toast
• Croque-monsieur
• Croque-madame
• The Count of Monte Cristo

[edit] References

[edit] External links

• Monte Cristo Sandwich on Ctrl-Alt-Chicken!
• The Blue Bayou's famous recipe