Our Monte Cristo Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a fun play on a traditional french Monte Cristo recipe. Try this delicious monte cristo sandwich and tell us if it’s not one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches you’ve had.  

The first time I ever saw a Monte Cristo sandwich, I was with my sister. We were at a restaurant together when she ordered one and when it came out, I was confused. There was meat and cheese on her sandwich but it was topped with powdered sugar and she told me the sauce was raspberry. After the disgusted look on my face, she made me try it anyway. It was in that moment that I learned the amazingness that is a monte cristo sandwich.

I knew when we were creating our grilled cheese sandwich series that a monte cristo grilled cheese sandwich had to be one of them. It’s such a fun recipe for the entire family. The kids think it’s amazing that we give them powdered sugar on a sandwich. I think the first time we made them, the girls lost we had gone off our rockers.

What is a Monte Cristo Sandwich?

Before we get into our monte cristo grilled cheese sandwich, let’s first discuss what is a monte cristo sandwich. A classic Monte cristo recipe is a fried ham and cheese sandwich.  It was a play on the French croque-monsieur which is a baked ham and cheese sandwich. Some people now use other meats in addition to the ham and it may or may not be fried.  It’s topped with powdered sugar and served with a raspberry sauce.

What sides do you serve with a Monte Cristo Grilled Cheese sandwich?

• Homemade French Fries (Try dipping them in our Honey Mustard BBQ Sauce)
• Easy Coleslaw
• Cheesy Broccoli and Rice Casserole 
• Corn on the Cob
• Broccoli Tater Tots
• Seasoned Rice
• 4 cheese mac and cheese

How to make a Monte Cristo Grilled Cheese sandwich?

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Monte Cristo Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

7 mins

Total Time

12 mins

 

Our Monte Cristo Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a fun play on a traditional french Monte Cristo recipe. Try this delicious monte cristo sandwich and tell us if it's not one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches you've had.  

Course: Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: American, French

Servings: 4 sandwiches

Calories: 901 kcal

Author: Larisha Campbell

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 8 slices french toast brioche bread
• 8 slices Smoked Gouda Cheese
• 4 slices Swiss Cheese
• 1 lb smoked ham slices (deli meat)
• 1/2 lb smoked turkey slices (deli meat)
• 1 pint fresh raspberries, optional
• raspberry sauce, optional
• powdered sugar, optional

Instructions

1. Using previously cooked french toast bread, butter one side of each of the pieces. 

2. Heat skillet to medium low. 

3. Place one slice of bread, butter side down into the pan. 

4. Layer 2 slices of gouda, 1 slice of Swiss, 1/4 lb of ham and 1/8 lb of turkey slices between two pieces of bread.  Add optional fresh raspberries in layers if desired. 

5. Place another slice of bread on the top, butter side up. 

6. Cook for 2 minutes or until golden brown. Flip. 

7. Cook for another 1-2 minutes or until that side is also golden brown. 

8. Remove and repeat with remaining sandwiches. 

9. Top with powdered sugar and serve with raspberry sauce if desired. 

Recipe Notes

**Nutritional facts are just estimates. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. 

Nutrition Facts

Monte Cristo Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Amount Per Serving (1 sandwich)

Calories 901 Calories from Fat 477

% Daily Value*

Fat 53g82%

Saturated Fat 30g188%

Cholesterol 312mg104%

Sodium 2288mg99%

Potassium 666mg19%

Carbohydrates 49g16%

Fiber 7g29%

Sugar 7g8%

Protein 59g118%

Vitamin A 1410IU28%

Vitamin C 31mg38%

Calcium 727mg73%

Iron 3.5mg19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Combine the best of Philly into one ultimate sandwich! A Philly Cheesesteak and a Philly Soft Pretzel collide to create the best Philly cheesesteak recipe – the Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese Sandwich!

Growing up, we had cheesesteaks occasionally.  My dad would pull out these frozen sheets of meats and quickly whip them up until something delicious came of it. Or so I thought at the time. I always thought they were yummy, but I never got the hype of “The Philly Cheesesteak”. I mean…Don’t get me wrong, they’re good, but not something that you have to be known for if you’re one of the biggest cities in the country.

Then…I  moved…

A few years ago, Andrew and I moved to New Jersey. Well, he moved back, I moved here for the first time. One of the first places we explored together was South Street in Philly. He took me to Jim’s and it wasn’t until that moment that I got the hype. What I had grown up used to as a Philly Cheesesteak was NOTHING in comparison to the real thing.

Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches are now a favorite in our home, not only for Andrew and I, but for our children as well. We knew when we were discussing our grilled cheese sandwich series that we had to do a spin on a Philly Cheesesteak. In our opinion, this may be the best Philly cheesesteak recipe that you can make at home. It’s such a fun spin on a family favorite! The entire family will love this Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese sandwich.

What are the ingredients on a Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese?

We wanted to combine two Philly favorites – the Philly Cheesesteak and the Philly Pretzel to create this insanely delicious Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese sandwich. We use a pretzel hot dog bun that we found at our local Amish market for the bun. It resembles a traditional cheesesteak bun, with the same delicious taste of a Philly pretzel. If you can’t find buns locally to you, then you can create your own pretzel buns at home or slice a soft pretzel in half for a close alternative.

Then, we seared up onions and ribeye steak in the traditional Philly way, added grilled red, green, and yellow peppers, and finally used both provolone and American cheese.  We skipped the whiz, but if you are a whiz traditionalist, feel free to add it to your Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese sandwich!

What are good sides dishes for Philly Cheesesteaks?

• Homemade French Fries (Try dipping them in our Honey Mustard BBQ Sauce)
• Coleslaw
• Beer Battered Onion Rings
• Potato Salad with Bacon
• Four Cheese Mac & Cheese

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Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

25 mins

Total Time

35 mins

 

Combine the best of Philly into one ultimate sandwich! A Philly Cheesesteak and a Philly Soft Pretzel collide to create the best Philly cheesesteak recipe - the Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese Sandwich!

Course: Lunch, Main Course, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings: 4 people

Calories: 650 kcal

Author: Larisha Campbell

Ingredients

• 1 lb ribeye steak, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 green pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 red pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 yellow pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
• 8 slices sharp cheddar cheese
• 4 slices Provolone cheese
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 4 pretzel buns (or other bun)

Instructions

1. Season thinly slice ribeye with garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika. 

2. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet. 

3. Add onions and peppers and saute for 3-5 minutes of until onions are translucent. 

4. Remove from skillet and place on a plate. Set aside. 

5. In the same skillet, head remaining oil. 

6. Add the seasoned ribeye.

7. Cook for 2-3 minutes, chopping up along the way. 

8. Season with salt if desired. 

9. Flip and Cook another 2-3 minutes or until steak is cooked through. 

10. Add the onions and peppers back to the skillet and combine well. 

11. Remove from heat. 

12. Spread butter on inside of both sides of buns. 

13. Place face down in skillet for approximately two minutes or until golden brown.

14. Layer each sandwich with two slices of cheddar and one slice of Provolone, along with 1/4 of the meat mixture. 

15. Repeat with remaining sandwiches. 

16. Preheat oven to 300 degrees and bake sandwiches for 7-10 minutes or until cheese is melted. 

17. Serve!

Recipe Notes

**Nutritional facts are just estimates. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. 

*Top round steaks can be used in place of ribeye. Or if necessary you can use the frozen steak sheets in your grocery freezer section as a last resort. 

*Ask butcher to thinly slice your meat. 

Nutrition Facts

Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Amount Per Serving (1 sandwich)

Calories 650 Calories from Fat 441

% Daily Value*

Fat 49g75%

Saturated Fat 24g150%

Cholesterol 147mg49%

Sodium 674mg29%

Potassium 535mg15%

Carbohydrates 7g2%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 44g88%

Vitamin A 1435IU29%

Vitamin C 60.3mg73%

Calcium 630mg63%

Iron 2.9mg16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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