"People have strong opinions about the Monte Cristo sandwich, a double-decker of Swisscheese, ham, and turkey, fried, and dusted with confectioners' sugar, served with jelly on the side...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 1/3 cups water
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1 large egg (lightly beaten)
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8 ounces sliced smoked turkey breast
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4 ounce swiss cheese
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8 ounces sliced tavern ham
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4 ounce American cheese
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12 slices thick-sliced Brioche bread or other Texas toast sized bread
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**4 to 6 cups vegetable or canola oil for frying
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red raspberry or blackberry jam for serving (this should be at room temperature)
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powdered sugar for dusting