Madame Cristo - Crispy Ham and Cheese Sandwich
Ingredients List
For the Egg Mixture:
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2 large eggs
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½ cup heavy cream
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 pinch cayenne pepper
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1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
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1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
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4 slices white bread
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8 thin slices Havarti cheese
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4 ounces thinly sliced honey baked ham, halved
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2 tablespoons butter
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½ teaspoon champagne vinegar
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2 eggs
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1 pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk together egg, cream or milk, salt, cayenne pepper, nutmeg, and lemon zest. Stir until the mixture becomes smooth and runny. (Add an extra 2 tablespoons of milk or cream if needed.)
Toast the bread until golden brown. Place a slice of Havarti cheese on each piece. Layer the ham evenly between the two sandwiches. Close the sandwiches and dip them into the egg mixture, flipping to coat thoroughly. Set them aside on a plate. Repeat with the second sandwich.
In a large saucepan, fill with 2 inches of water and bring to a boil. While waiting, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the sandwiches in the hot butter until golden brown and the cheese melts, about 4 minutes on each side.
Meanwhile, reduce the heat on the saucepan to medium-low, adding vinegar and maintaining a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a small bowl, then carefully slide it into the simmering water. Repeat for the second egg. Cook until the whites are set, and the yolks have thickened, 2 1/2 to 3 minutes.
Transfer the sandwiches to plates and sprinkle with cayenne pepper. Remove the poached eggs using a slotted spoon, pat dry with a kitchen towel, and place an egg on each sandwich. Finish with a dusting of cayenne pepper.
Helpful Tips
Chef's Recommendations:
For smaller batches, you can poach your eggs just before finishing the sandwiches. However, if you're cooking for a crowd, check out this recipe for an efficient make-ahead method to serve multiple poached eggs at once.
Feel free to swap the heavy cream with milk if you prefer a lighter option.
You can use any cheese that melts well, such as Gruyere, Swiss, or Cheddar, to suit your taste.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 903 | Calories |
| 70g | Fat |
| 31g | Carbs |
| 40g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
| Calories 903 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 70g | 89% |
| Saturated Fat 40g | 200% |
| Cholesterol 566mg | 189% |
| Sodium 2136mg | 93% |
| Total Carbohydrate 31g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 5% |
| Total Sugars 6g | |
| Protein 40g | 79% |
| Vitamin C 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium 492mg | 38% |
| Iron 4mg | 22% |
| Potassium 254mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5