Monte Cristo Turkey Breakfast Sandwich
The Monte Christo is the undisputed king of sweet/savory breakfast sandwiches. This take on the classic French recipe makes for a delightful morning with a sweet cranberry cream cheese spread.
INGREDIENTS
CRANBERRY SPREAD
⅓ cup jellied cranberry sauce
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon cream cheese
BATTER
½ cup skim milk
½ cup liquid eggs
¼ cup water
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
SANDWICHES
8 slices crusty bread
1 cup liquid eggs, scrambled
8 slices JENNIE-O® Turkey Bacon, cooked according to package directions
8 slices JENNIE-O® sliced All Natural Oven Browned Turkey Breast, from the service deli
powdered sugar, if desired
DIRECTIONS
1) To make cranberry spread, in small bowl, combine cranberry sauce, orange juice and cream cheese; set aside.
2) To make batter, in medium bowl, whisk together milk, ½ cup liquid eggs, water and vanilla.
3) In medium bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, sugar and baking powder. Make well in center. Add milk mixture; mix to smooth batter.
4) To make sandwiches, heat flat griddle. Dip each bread slice in batter. Cook on griddle 2 to 3 minutes per side or until golden.
5) Spread half the bread slices with cranberry mixture. Top with scrambled eggs, bacon and turkey. Top with remaining battered bread slices. Cook in heated Panini press or two-sided grill for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden. Cut sandwich in half. Secure with toothpicks. Arrange on plate. Sprinkle with powdered sugar, if desired. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F
RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION
Calories 410
Protein 28g
Carbohydrates 57g
Fiber 6g
Sugars 16g
Fat 9g
Cholesterol 50mg
Sodium 940mg
Saturated Fat 2.5g
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