Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
0.5 cup

seedless red raspberry jam

2 tbsp

Dijon mustard

0.5 tsp

fresh rosemary

chopped

8 slice

brioche bread

8 slice

Swiss cheese

thin

16 slice

prosciutto cotto

thin

4 unit

eggs

at room temperature

0.75 cup

heavy cream

at room temperature

0.13 tsp

kosher salt

2 tbsp

extra-virgin olive oil

3 tbsp

powdered sugar

Step 1
~2 min

Combine raspberry jam, Dijon mustard, and rosemary in a small bowl.

Step 2
~2 min

Lay out brioche bread slices.

Step 3
~2 min

Spread the jam mixture evenly over the bread slices.

Step 4
~2 min

Add a slice of Swiss cheese to each bread slice.

Step 5
~2 min

Top the cheese with two slices of prosciutto cotto.

Step 6
~2 min

Assemble the sandwiches.

Step 7
~2 min

Whisk eggs in a medium bowl.

Step 8
~2 min

Add heavy cream and salt to the eggs and whisk to combine.

Step 9
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 10
~2 min

Dip each sandwich in the egg batter, coating both sides.

Step 11
~2 min

Place the dipped sandwich into the hot skillet.

Step 12
~2 min

Repeat with remaining sandwiches.

Step 13
~2 min

Cover the skillet and cook each side until golden brown (3-4 minutes per side).

Step 14
~2 min

Flip the sandwiches and continue cooking until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

Step 15
~2 min

Sprinkle one side of each sandwich with powdered sugar.

Step 16
~2 min

Serve warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the skillet is properly heated before adding the sandwiches to achieve a golden-brown crust.

Use room-temperature ingredients for a more even cooking result.

Don't overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if needed.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The jam mixture can be prepared ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of fresh fruit.

Pair with a light salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh fruit salad
Green salad with vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy/France/United States

Cultural Significance

A fusion dish inspired by the French Croque Monsieur and Italian flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Brunch
Special Occasions

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Weekend
Special Occasion
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100

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