MONTE CRISTO STUFFED FRENCH TOAST WITH STRAWBERRY SYRUP

Monte Cristo Stuffed French Toast with Strawberry Syrup image

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 slices French bread, 1/2 inch thick
1/4 lb shaved or very thinly sliced cooked ham
3 slices (3/4 oz each) Gruyère or Swiss cheese, cut in half
3 eggs
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
Powdered sugar, if desired
3/4 cup strawberry syrup

Steps:

Top 6 slices of the bread evenly with ham and cheese, folding to fit. Top with remaining bread slices.
In small bowl, beat eggs, milk and granulated sugar with fork or wire whisk until well mixed; pour into shallow bowl.
In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium-low heat. Dip each side of each sandwich in egg mixture, allowing time for bread to soak up mixture. Add sandwiches to skillet. Cover; cook 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve with syrup.