Monte Cristo Pretzelwich

Yield: 12 servings

12 pre-sliced Gourmet Pretzel Buns
butter, as needed
24 slices ham
24 slices turkey or chicken
24 slices Swiss cheese
mustard or dressing, as needed, optional
Batter:
6 large eggs
2⁄3 cup milk
1⁄4 tsp. salt

1. Thaw gourmet Pretzel buns.
2. Butter inside of buns (both sides).
3. Layer bottom bun with 2 slices of ham and 2 slices or turkey or chicken.
4. Spread with mustard or dressing (if desired).
5. Place 2 slices of cheese on top.
6. Place top on pretzelwich and secure with toothpicks.
7. For the batter: Beat eggs with milk and salt.
8. Dip pretzelwich into the egg mixture and fry on a hot skillet or griddle in butter.
9. Brown on both sides, adding more butter when necessary.
10. Remove toothpicks before serving.

Submitted by J&J Snack Foods Corp.