Description
Similar to a monte cristo, a croque monsieur is a french-style grilled ham and cheese sandwich that is dipped in egg batter and then cooked in a skillet. This version is more like stuffed french toast than a sandwich. Keep the finished ones warm in a 200 degree oven while you're cooking the others. This recipe comes from the best of cooking light.
Ingredients
- French Bread
- Honey Mustard
- Reduced-fat Ham
- Lowfat Swiss Cheese
- Nonfat Milk
- Egg Whites
- Cooking Spray
Instructions
- Cut a slit in each bread slice to form a pocket
- Spread 1 teaspoon honey mustard into each bread pocket
- Divide ham and cheese evenly among bread pockets
- Combine milk and egg whites in a shallow bowl, stirring with a whisk
- Dip sandwiches, 1 at a time, in milk mixture, turning to coat
- Heat a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat
- Add 2 sandwiches and cook 3 minutes on each side or until sandwiches are golden brown
- Repeat the procedure with the remaining sandwiches