Goat Cheese Monte Cristos

Thought to be a variation of the croque-monsieur, that French breakfast (or anytime) classic, the monte cristo sandwich first appeared in the United States in the 1950s. This original turkey, ham, and cheese sandwich was coated in an egg batter and deep-fried. We prefer ours on the lighter side: grilled instead of fried and filled with thick-cut roasted turkey, goat cheese, and pepper jelly for a bit of extra sweetness and spice.