Monte Cristo with Traminette

Traminette is a unique little hybrid with bright fruit & florals which makes for an ideal counterpoint in rich, savory dishes. Our Monte Cristo Sammy with Cherry Merlot Preserves served on the side for dipping is the perfect pairing for our 2019 vintage of Traminette (call to purchase- limited inventory left!). The lychee & peach notes perfectly complement the ham while the touch of sweetness mellows the more funky gruyere. The best part of this recipe is that you can easily transform your Turkey day leftovers (ham or turkey!) into an out-of-this-world treat that just might show up the holiday meal itself! 
Ingredients:

• 2 eggs
• ​¼ c whole milk
•  white bread 
•  2 tbsp yellow mustard
•  ½  lb thick sliced baked ham
•  ¼ lb sliced gruyere cheese
• ¼ lb sliced provolone
• 2 tbsp butter
•  Salt and pepper
• Powdered sugar
• Fruit Preserves 

Instructions

• 1. whisk together the eggs & milk.
  
• 2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  
• 3. Lay 4 pieces of bread down and top with 1 slice of each cheese on each piece of bread then layer on ham
  
• 4. Spread mustard on 4 slices of bread & top the meat & cheese layered bread slices.
  
• 5. Quickly dip each sandwich into the egg mixture. Make sure each sandwich is thoroughly coated but not soaked. 
  
• 6. Place sandwich on skillet & cook until bread is toasted & cheese is melty.
  
• 7. Slice the sandwiches in triangles. Dust with powdered sugar & serve with a side of Taste Artisanal Market's cherry merlot jam for dipping. 
  
  ENJOY!