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Cristo Gone Couture

Perfect for elevated outdoor entertaining, this reconstructed Monte Cristo sandwich is made with two swaps: homemade waffles for bread, and cheddar for smoked havarti, giving this recipe an air of refined indulgence.
Course Main Course

Ingredients
  

  • Castello Creamy Havarti grated
  • Castello Smoked Havarti grated
  • 1/4 cup plum or apricot preserves
  • 8 waffles store-bought or homemade
  • 4 slices deli turkey meat
  • 4 slices deli ham
  • 4 strips crispy bacon
  • Tomato slices optional
  • Micro Greens optional
  • Maple syrup

Instructions
 

  • Preheat large skillet or griddle. Spread preserves over four waffles. Layer in turkey, ham, bacon, and a generous amount of Havarti mixture. Option to add slices of tomato and micro greens. Place waffle on top, transfer to a lightly buttered griddle pan. Grill for four-six minutes or until golden and cheese has melted. Serve with maple syrup. Enjoy!