Monte Cristos

Makes 4 servings

1/2 c. butter, divided

8 thin slices bread, crusts removed

4 large thin slices ham

4 slices sweet onion

8-oz. pkg. shredded Cheddar cheese

4 eggs, beaten

salt and pepper to taste

On a large griddle, melt half the butter; fry 4 slices of bread on one side until golden. Remove from griddle and place slices uncooked sides down. Place a slice of ham, a slice of onion and 1/2 cup cheese on each piece of bread. Place the other slice of bread on top of each stack, with the cooked side down. Whisk eggs with a little salt and pepper; coat outsides of sandwiches with eggs. Melt remaining butter on the griddle; fry sandwiches on each side until golden. Slice each in half diagonally; serve immediately.

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