Golden, battered sandwiches stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese, pan-fried until crisp and dusted with powdered sugar
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 8 slices white sandwich bread
→ Filling
02 - 8 slices deli ham
03 - 8 slices Swiss cheese
04 - 4 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
→ Egg Batter
05 - 3 large eggs
06 - 1/2 cup whole milk
07 - 1/4 tsp salt
08 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
→ For Frying
09 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
10 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil
→ Garnish
11 - 2 tbsp powdered sugar
12 - Raspberry preserves or jam (optional)
# How to Prepare:
01 - Lay out bread slices and spread Dijon mustard on 4 slices if using. Layer 2 slices ham and 2 slices Swiss cheese on each mustard-covered slice. Top with remaining bread to form 4 sandwiches.
02 - In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until completely smooth and combined.
03 - Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat until butter melts and mixture is shimmering.
04 - Dip each sandwich into egg batter, turning to coat both sides thoroughly. Allow excess batter to drip off briefly.
05 - Place sandwiches in skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with spatula, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
06 - Remove from skillet and let rest 1 minute. Slice each sandwich diagonally in half, dust generously with powdered sugar, and serve immediately with raspberry preserves if desired.
