Monte Cristo

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3 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup half-and-half
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1⁄8 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
1 1⁄2 tsp. firmly packed light brown sugar
Pinch of salt
8 thin slices ham
4 thin slices Swiss or Gruy?re cheese
8 slices country-style bread



In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, vanilla, nutmeg, brown sugar and salt until blended. Pour into a shallow baking dish.
Pre heat griddle or cast iron pan

For each sandwich, arrange 2 slices ham and 1 slice cheese on 1 bread slice, then top with another bread slice. Place the sandwiches in the egg mixture and soak for 30 seconds per side.

If desired, lightly brush the griddle with butter or spray with nonstick cooking spray. Place the sandwiches on the griddle and cook until crisp and golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Serves 4.