Monte Cristo sandwich
According to Webster's New Millennium™ Dictionary of English, 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 open faced 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.
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 1800's. 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.
See also
References
- ^ Linda Stradley. "Monte Cristo Sandwich". What's Cooking America. Retrieved September 28.
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