How to make BENNIGAN'S | Monte Cristo Sandwich

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How to make BENNIGAN'S | Monte Cristo Sandwich

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This How-To video on the Monte Cristo is the perfect Do-It-Yourself version of the popular fried, ham, turkey and cheese sandwich from Bennigan's restaurant! The raspberry preserves is a must (OK, maybe not a must but highly recommended). Watch as I show you how to recreate this classic, restaurant favorite in your own home! Love y'all and thanks for watching.
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@matthewtolbert4843 3 жыл бұрын

When Bennigans closed, I cried for all the future Monte Cristos that I had lost. No joke tho', I really was upset. I lived for those damned sandwiches. With the raspberry jam and seasoned fries? OMG!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

The MC can be yours again!😆

@jenniferoliveira2858 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it was very tragic! I went into morning as well.

@ericaschmidt6675 2 жыл бұрын

Cheddars serves one if you have one locally. It's not the same of course but it's good

@nikkifree3949 2 жыл бұрын

You were not the only one😂😂😂

@strangebee 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness. I'd forgotten about those fries... yum.

@philipbohi983 2 ай бұрын

You had me at “I $hit you not.” Indeed, when I discovered this masterpiece sandwich it was life changing. And it’s every bit as absurd as it sounds. Absurdly awesome. But as I got older, it became a “special treat”…the last one I had was after a colonoscopy! After that intestinal flush prep, I frickin DESERVED that sandwich!!!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Yes, you did Philip. yes you did. 😂

@rogerkline2 2 жыл бұрын

I was a former kitchen manager at Bennigans. You almost got it right. 1. Put the batter in the fridge for about an hour 2. 2 slices of American 3. 2 slices of Swiss 4. The most important part of the recipe. Wrap sandwich in plastic very tightly and slightly squish. This will keep all the layers together. Put in coldest part of fridge over nite, then unwrap and dip in batter and fry the next day. (Obviously do this part before making the batter) 5. Can keep wrapped in fridge for 2 days Enjoy and don't forget the lipitor

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks for the tip 👍 Lipitor🤣🤣

@nopejoeandangie 2 жыл бұрын

You telling me, you guys made all these monte cristos 24 hours in advance??

@fredthegraycatt 2 жыл бұрын

Yup.

@divinediva_ 2 жыл бұрын

@@nopejoeandangie Exactly, I couldn't believe it when I first found out too, lol. Look at it this way, they did fry and powder them to order. 😁

@divinediva_ 2 жыл бұрын

Did you all use a custom batter or Bisquick as well?

@jeanetteerwin4877 2 жыл бұрын

I worked the line of Bennigans and the step you missed was after preparing the sandwich, you need to wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store in fridge overnight. The moisture will cause the meat & cheese to adhere to the bread when frying and no need for the toothpicks.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 жыл бұрын

Great tip, thanks!

@fredthegraycatt 2 жыл бұрын

I too was a Bennigan's "Fry Guy". The plastic wrap step is a must for a higher probability of not falling apart and workability in the battering process. Bennigans used General Mills Fish Batter mixed with water. McCormick Golden Dipt Beer Batter seems to be a dead ringer for the General Mills product. A good size deep fryer is a must in my book to fry four wedges at a time and to get the identical looking result. Always a crowd pleaser when I make these.

@keithmoorechannel 3 ай бұрын

Only an American restaurant chain could take an unhealthy sandwich and make it even more unhealthy via battering and deep frying! Nice.

@Sophiecjp 2 ай бұрын

I do not remember ever putting these in oven because we did not have an oven on the line, only in the prep area where I made so many quiche on the daily it was ridiculous.

@annking8633 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip!!!

@orlanoso9178 2 жыл бұрын

I adored this sandwich..no restaurant makes it like that these days....bring Bennigan's back please

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 жыл бұрын

IKR? You can have the MC again!

@anonanon4504 10 ай бұрын

Cheddars has a good one

@cydkriletich6538 3 ай бұрын

Wow! I just happened to come across your channel quite by accident and immediately Subscribed! I’m 75, so I remember these sandwiches from when my parents were younger and we would go to places that served these. My mom loved them! If it makes a difference to those concerned about the healthiness of these sandwiches…well, they aren’t health food, that’s for sure! But my darling mother lived to be 97 and was “with it” up until just about three days before she passed gently in her sleep. And at 97 she would gladly tell you “Life is short. So…enjoy!”

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

I agree, Life is Short...live it up! 💯💕

@phlogistanjones2722 2 ай бұрын

THANK YOU for this. I have not had a Monte Cristo since just after college I went home to my parents and had brunch with them at Bennigans. The first one I had I was about ten --- ish? It has ALWAYS been my favorite and I was saddened when Benningans closed down in Georgia. I have not had one in probably thirty five years or more. NOW I CAN MAKE ONE.!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

I love to hear Viewer Stories, thank you for this 💕🙏

@QueenOfTheNorth65 2 ай бұрын

I know this video is old, but my 4 sisters and I fly to Palm Springs from all over the country every March for a sisters’ week. The first place we go is this amazing deli. We ALL order the same thing - the MONTE CRISTO! It is phenomenal. That is where we go and what we eat to kick off our vacation every year. ❤️

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Sounds like an excellent kick off! 💯🥳🎉

@kellbell2114 2 ай бұрын

OMG, when I was a kid my mom use to bring Monte Cristos home from work. She'd stop by some bar, and get them. We all LOVED them, just like this. I'm in my 60's. I have never found a Monte Cristo made like this. (The correct way!) Whenever I'd try to make, they'd fall apart. I was trying to fry just by dipping in egg. I'm so excited to try this! When I'd order one in restaurants, they would just be grilled, no powdered sugar, and when I'd ask for preserves, people looked shocked. Lol😂 My mom lives with me. Can't wait to surprise her with one. Thanks! New sub! 👍

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

Oh my Goodness, KellBell! Thank you!!! 💕💕😘

@boscobubby 2 ай бұрын

I have told everybody about the Montecristo I had it in Norfolk, Virginia in 1992 never had one since I hadn’t had one before and you don’t understand it really does change your outlook on life! On South Park and watch, but just because Butters likes to go to Bennigan’s when I miss it! Thank you so much for showing me how to make this❤❤❤❤❤❤

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

You are so welcome, and yes, the MC is life-changing 😋😂

@snrynkee 2 ай бұрын

For years I have been searching for a proper copycat recipe for this sandwich. I never tried any recipe I found because I knew they were not right. I just didn't know why. Between your video and the comments, I think I have finally come across the correct recipe. I think I am tearing up. Thank you for not only the recipe and procedures, but also for sharing your wonderful sense of humor. Thank you so much

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Awww you are so, so welcome. Enjoy and thank you for the sweetest comment 💕

@tracyso73 2 ай бұрын

I had my first MC sandwich at the Blue Bayou restaurant in Disneyland about 1970. It was a revelation and I remember every detail of that eating experience. Bon appetite!!!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Bon appetite to you to, my friend! 💕

@MCarrington01 2 ай бұрын

My first Monte Cristo was from there as well. It jumped started my love for the sandwich.

@jennm3321 2 ай бұрын

I stumbled upon this video by accident and when I saw it, I nearly cried with joy! This is my very favorite sandwich and I haven't had one in so long I almost forgot they really existed. You got an instant subscribe from me! Great, great video!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Awww, thanks Jenn 😘💕

@Sophiecjp 2 ай бұрын

Worked there for 10 years off and on and loved this sandwich. It is the perfect hangover food.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Yes. It. Is. 😋

@BillYovino 2 ай бұрын

I would order the Monte Cristo and my son would order the Reuben and we would share. A whole Monte Cristo is too much sweetness for one person. Alternating with the Reuben was perfection.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

Perfection indeed! 😋😋💯

@maryanderson2759 Ай бұрын

Nah, don’t be such a sissy 😂

@The_Timinator 3 ай бұрын

The Blue Bayou Restaurant at Disneyland, Ca. ( that's the one that's in the Pirates of the Caribbean when you first leave in the boat) takes the credit for "inventing" this Sandwich. My childhood buddy's Mom was a Chef there when the Restaurant and the Ride first opened, she said they made about 400 sandwiches a day and they even made a special rig for dipping and frying 12 Sandwiches at a time, because this was so popular...amazing because there was NO Social Media, it was ALL word of mouth.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

That's interesting, thank you for sharing that. 😊🙌

@thaitravels5871 Ай бұрын

Every time we went to Disneyland the first thing we would do is make a reservation at the Blue Bayou restaurant for lunch. I always ordered the Monte Cristo sandwich, Clam Chowder and a Mint Julep…the Clam Chowder was excellent too.

@Divamarja_CA 10 күн бұрын

BB was one of the few places I encountered this beauty.

@jeffreycooley2032 11 ай бұрын

As a young man, I'd never heard of a Monte Cristo. While having brunch with a couple of good friends, one of my friends ordered a Monte Cristo. I asked, "what is that?" He answered, it's like nothing else. I thought the idea was absolutely insane. Then, I tried it. Unbelievable. Decadence, personified. One hasn't truly lived until they've had a Monte Cristo. I prefer real maple syrup, though. Her recipe was spot on! Thank you

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 11 ай бұрын

Thank you, Jeffrey. I agree💯 about the MC. Life-changing!

@daves8510 Жыл бұрын

Worked at Bennigan's for years, but what we did differently was to make them up in bulk (to handle customer volume) and wrap them VERY tightly unbattered in plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours, then fried to order. This kept then from falling apart while frying. But you nailed it. A thumbs up for you! A shoot out to my friend in Mt. Laurel NJ, & Willow Grove, PA. Miss you all.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Dave 😍

@billshipley9027 Жыл бұрын

I'm a Chef. The first Monte Cristo I ate was at a Bennigans here in OKC. I've seen many video on making Monte Cristo. In my opinion, the very best Monte Cristo comes from Bennigans. I'm sure other's make a great one and rejoice in the fantasticness of the way they have made the sandwich. But I have to say. The BEST BY FAR.....is Bennigan's. I sure miss Bennigan's Restaurants in the OKC Area.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Жыл бұрын

Bennigan's is great. Everyone comments on how they miss it. And Yes! Bennigan's MC is the best 👌

@jimmyjames7174 Жыл бұрын

And I miss Steak & Ale!

@rozchristopherson648 2 ай бұрын

I think it’s season 6 of “Frasier” where he references having made a fresh Monte Christo. The episode is about Frasier’s depression and overeating as a result of causing his own firing and the rest of the staff at the radio station KACL when the station manager decided to change the format to 24-hour Spanish programming . ❤️😊

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

TOO FUNNY!! 😂😂💯

@denniscarroll3164 Жыл бұрын

"I sh*t you not"🤣🤣

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Жыл бұрын

😂😂

@Aerie925 Ай бұрын

To this day, I’ve never had a Monte Cristo as good as the one from Bennigan’s.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

💯💯😋Aerie!

@TheAgentAssassin Ай бұрын

DisneyWorld makes it like this too. In the 70s when I was a kid they all made em like this.

@TheresaG21 2 ай бұрын

I ate these 3 times a week when I was pregnant with my twins. I craved them big time. We lived about a mile from a Bennigan's in Niles IL. lol Thank you for posting.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!! Love your story 💙

@karenleigh2786 11 ай бұрын

I want to thank you... I looked up Monte Cristo sandwiches and it pulled up many sandwiches that only used one meat, added mayonnaise and was dipped in egg and then fried... I was appalled so I remembered where I used to get it and typed that in and you came up... I want to thank you for keeping the Monte Cristo sandwich alive... our Bennigan's closed years ago and I haven't had one since then... Love your attention to detail and the authentic depiction...

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 11 ай бұрын

You're so welcome, Karen. Thank you for the feedback❤

@RyanS32 Жыл бұрын

Bennigan's is where I fell in love with this sandwich too! It is also delicious dipped in honey mustard or sprinkled with powdered sugar and dipped in maple syrup!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Жыл бұрын

Yesss! Both of those sound delicious 😋

@stefanherns4541 2 ай бұрын

I Live in Austn,Tx, We had 2 Bennigans, I've never heard of a Monte Christo, but my friend gave me a half & I feel in Love with the sandwich, I took my daughter to the Bennigans for her birthday & wow this became our weekly going to Bennigans. We were so Sad & cried they both closed!! My daughter & I watched your video and are ready to try your recipe & we will use Raspberry, it's one of our favorites! Thank You for posting the recipe!! I am ready to share with the Grandkids!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing this with me. Enjoy and let me know how the Grandkiddos liked it!

@stefanherns4541 Ай бұрын

@@RestaurantRecipeRecreations The Grandkids are picky eaters, So I put your video on the TV and we followed your directions, I had them make there own Sandwich & I cooked it, they were so excited & they LOVE the Monte Cristo & this is now there favorite food! By the way, they gave you a new name it's Mrs. Teacher! We Love your Video!! Thank You!

@BigT2664 2 ай бұрын

I teach a high school culinary class. It's Monte Cristo recipe calls for making a French toast dip instead of her batter and a skillet or grill fry instead of the deep fry. It also calls for Lingonberry preserves instead of Raspberry. Her version does sound fascinating.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

Thanks, Big T! 🙏

@waylonratcliffe 7 ай бұрын

Watching this while eating peanut butter out of the jar. I had no idea other people shared my love for the monte cristo. My parents used to take me there on my birthday, the raspberry jam was the best.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 7 ай бұрын

There are many more of us out there, Waylon!😁

@CrankySunderland Жыл бұрын

Bennigan’s was my favorite restaurant growing up. Love it.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Жыл бұрын

Same here!😁

@lynej2011 3 жыл бұрын

I miss Bennigans.🥲. Good job!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, enjoy! This Monte Cristo tastes JUST like you remember it. So yummy 😋

@gilbertduran8708 Ай бұрын

I’d forgotten how good that sandwich was. It was fantastic. Thanks.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

So good! Right there with you, Gil!

@tjdevroede3882 3 ай бұрын

I love that sandwich so much! I had it every time we went to Bennigan's for work lunch in California. I worked with a French guy who was appalled by it and made fun of Americans for our decadence. I demanded he had a bite of mine (with the jam, of course). He never ordered anything else again. 😂 Thanks for the video! I'm gonna make one 💚

@jaydouglas5847 2 ай бұрын

A Monte Cristo sandwich is a variation of the croque monsieur, but with the addition of sliced turkey added to the ham and Swiss cheese. Also, this sandwich is dipped in an egg batter, like French toast, and pan-fried instead of grilled, until golden brown.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Oh well, the French love to make fun of Americans. What can you do? 🤷‍♀️

@beckycaughel7557 3 ай бұрын

The very first Montecristo I ever had was at Bennigan’s. It was wonderful and has since become my favorite sandwich and I’ve had it at many places and I’ve made it myself, but nothing beats Bennigan’s or maybe it’s just a memory of the most incredible sandwich

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

It is definitely a Fan Fave, Becky! 😋😋

@mariadodson3888 3 жыл бұрын

My favorite sandwich from Bennigans in Garden City NY back in the late 80s.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

What is not to love?! Thanks for watching and commenting Maria😍

@mib20000 2 жыл бұрын

I remember many years ago a friend had me try this at Bennigans and I was like WTH. a sandwich with powder sugar. I tried it and OMG I LOVED it. Those seasoned steak fries. WOW, how I miss them. Bennigans have long since been closed in my city. I have tried to make it in the past and have come pretty close. will try this version.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 жыл бұрын

IKR, Ed!? Like I said in the video, on paper it doesn't make any sense. But in reality, is SO right😂 Let me know how you like it when you try it. I think you'll be very happy. Thanks for watching!

@laelbarker4048 8 сағат бұрын

OMG! Yes! This is the only Monte Cristo I had to compare to, and I was addicted to them! I was so mad that Bennigan’s closed! Yesterday I went to the Cheesecake Factory and saw the Monte Cristo on the menu and my excitement crashed when it just wasn’t up to my expectations… so I came searching KZfaq and found your channel. Thank you! I will be saving this video!

@kellyrae4407 2 жыл бұрын

Went to this restaurant just for this particular sandwich. Was the only thing I can actually remember ordering when I went. Love it

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 жыл бұрын

Me too, Kelly. This delicious sandwich was the culprit of my Freshman 15!

@jimmyjames7174 Жыл бұрын

And a few cold beers!

@jeffz5070 2 ай бұрын

This was my favorite sandwich at Bennigans!!! Thank you for this Time Machine!!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

You're so welcome, Jeff!

@myhappynest6125 Жыл бұрын

I remember the first time I had that sandwich at Bennigan’s. I couldn’t believe how delicious it was. Now I’m really hungry for one. Thanks for a great food memory 😍

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Жыл бұрын

You're welcome. They are delicious, and I just made these last weekend for Sunday brunch. So. Darn. Good.

@DevilSentryBox 3 жыл бұрын

i was explaining to a co worker the whole epiphanic experience that is eating your first Monte Cristo from Benningan's and yes it has to be Raspberry. This sandwich is maybe the grown ups equivalent of being a kid and eating cake. Looking up for more recipes, cheers!!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

You are a man after my own heart, Carlos💜 Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers to you too friend!

@ashleylynn1983 2 ай бұрын

This was what I always ordered when I went there. So good!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

SO GOOD! 😋

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

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@djuanamachell6434 3 жыл бұрын

Red Bird checking in! Bennigan's closed and took apart of my heart with it! Other places Monte Cristos are horrible. Thank you for this video I will be trying this soon.

@paulaaawwaaweeyaawweeeandj6049 2 жыл бұрын

Myk is your life life you and love ❤️ you so love love life you so love you

@paulaaawwaaweeyaawweeeandj6049 2 жыл бұрын

A good time to get you so you much much love

@jamescourt5201 2 жыл бұрын

We still have one nearby in a Holiday Inn.

@chefjoesplaylists2565 2 жыл бұрын

I switched mine up by doing it - bread, ham, honey dijon mustard (very light), Swiss cheese, bread, turkey, pickle relish (very light), cheddar cheese, bread. I use a griddle weight to evenly reduce the height a bit. No powdered sugar or jam.

@kendalbraa8722 2 ай бұрын

This is my all time favorite sandwich on earth

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

You are not alone! 😋😋

@bakedbyjeffrey 10 ай бұрын

Back in the mid 80s in Houston. After working in Swiss bakeries,(2) I remember this, and Guinness on tap.👍🤤

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 10 ай бұрын

Heck yes! And don't forget the Death by Chocolate and their famous Irish Coffee!😋

@scottrenstrom9077 3 жыл бұрын

Made this last night for my family. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. Plus, it was just like the sandwich I remember from Bennigan's. I wish there was a written copy of the recipe in the You Tube comments section. It's definitely a keeper!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

So glad Scott! I am in the process of building a website to go with my channel and once it is finished, all recipes will be found on the website. There will be a link on my channel page. Thanks for watching and commenting!

@kellyo8324 2 ай бұрын

Best sandwich ever!!!! Really miss Bennigans.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

I agree, Kelly! 💯💯💕

@KandisSJGroup 2 ай бұрын

Omg I prepped these at bennis for years! Best Monte Cristo on earth.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

Indeed! 💯😋

@ZachsMind 2 ай бұрын

As a fellow Gen Xer, I concur that the Monte Cristo is Heaven on Earth. I can also attest that it's the perfect hangover remedy. Not recently of course but back in my college days? Oh yeah.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

I don't disagree about a single thing you said! 💯

@peterplantec7911 Ай бұрын

You’re a stitch! The MC is perhaps the world’s greatest sandwich. I don’t make them often but when I do, it’s a special occasion. Thanks for sharing your version.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

You’re welcome Peter! 🥰🥰

@kaliarisam7868 2 ай бұрын

I saw the title and you immediately got my full attention! Thank you ❤❤❤

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

You had me at.... 😂💕

@trueskool68 2 жыл бұрын

OH WOOOOWW I'M FROM BLOOMINGTON ILLINOIS!!! I REMEMBER THAT BENNIGENS!!! I WAS A TRAINING MANAGER AT BOB EVANS ON VETERANS PARKWAY MY SISTER RECENTLY RETIRED FROM STATE FARM INSURANCE & IS AN ALUMNI OF ISU BTW WE'RE FROM CHICAGO! I LOVE THIS RECIPE...BUT I WORKED FOR THE MELT HERE IN CLEVELAND OHIO & WE DID OURS KIND OF SIMILAR 💯💯💯💯💯💯

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ezel! Always fun to hear from fellow Chicagoans 😘 I've lived in Florida for 27 years tho, so I'm basically a Southerner now😅

@AmmiG22 Жыл бұрын

Wow! I remember this sandwich fondly. It was the only thing I would order at Bennigan's. It was so good. Now I know how to make it! Thanks!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Жыл бұрын

So DAM good! Enjoy! Just made it New Year's day for brunch. It's always a hit 😋

@Eharman2011 Жыл бұрын

The Monte Cristo is the only thing I ever ordered at Bennigan's also! I never had anything else there lol. Nailed it the first time I ever ordered something and stuck with it! I miss Bennigan's. Their Fries were great too with this sandwich and the pickle and I'm not even a pickle eater but I always ate the pickle on the side of this sandwich. Perfect plate of food.

@morganmarston Жыл бұрын

I worked at a Bennigans back in the day. Best Monte Cristo recipe!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Жыл бұрын

Yes! Thank you 😊

@sweetpiece6922 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks I just got some bisquick and have been looking for some different things to do with it love your content. Hope it grows because its amazing.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, so much, for your kind words! Glad you are enjoying the channel 😍

@jcmhanel1 2 ай бұрын

My son was the pickiest eater there was. He learned to eat after getting married. We were visiting our son and daughter-in-law, went out to a cheddars as I believe they carry them as well. My son said I don’t know what you want to order but the most savory thing I’ve ever tasted was the Montecristo sandwich. He is right!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Love it, thank you! 💕😘

@janicehess9955 Ай бұрын

When I lived in South Lake Tahoe in the 70's my friends and I would meet at the top of Harrah's on Friday afternoons to have our Monte Cristos. Great memories.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

That is an excellent story and equally excellent memory for you. thank you for sharing 🥰

@annking8633 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for this. I mourn the Bennigan's Monte Cristo until now. Yay!❤😊

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

The MC is yours again! 😋

@StrategicWealthLLC 3 жыл бұрын

Ma’am, you have made me very happy! Thank you!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure 😊 The MC makes me happy too, Bruce! Enjoy and thanks for watching and commenting.

@kokizag Жыл бұрын

The way you described your experience when you first tried the Monte Cristo 😄 I tried it at Disneyland for the first time, and I knew I would like it when I saw the image on the menu "BUT" when I took my first bite 😳 it blew my mind, I knew I'd never the same.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Жыл бұрын

The MC is King 😂😂💕

@russelbaird3342 3 ай бұрын

I have had the pleasure of having one of their Monte Cristos .I have also had it at other places . Bennigan’s. Was far better , but the others were good also. I have to try building one myself thanks for showing how.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 ай бұрын

You’re so welcome 😉 enjoy!!!! 😋😋

@delilahfrost 2 ай бұрын

The Monte Cristo at Bennigan's is a standout. I'm so glad to see this. There used to be a restaurant in central FL called "Marco's Heritage Inn" that had the best sweet rolls. I haven't been able to track down that recipe. I would love to see you take that one on; especially since you've knocked the rest of them out of the park. You & those sweet rolls would be a killer collaboration.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Delilah! Well that would be a challenge for sure. I understand they are no longer in business so I wouldn't be able to email the Chef. I'll do some digging tho!

@garyegray Ай бұрын

Thank you! I loved Bennigans Monte Christo sandwich!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

You're welcome, Gary! The MC is the best! 😋

@elizabethchamberlain6893 2 ай бұрын

I am so happy this video popped up on my feed. My mom and I LOVED the Monte Cristo sandwich. Luckily, we found a Monte Cristo sandwich at Ford’s Garage. Not 100% a Bennigan’s Monte Cristo but pretty dang close. Thank you so much for this recipe. Loved seeing this made.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

You are welcome, Elizabeth 😘

@kenken6550 2 ай бұрын

I sat across from JC chavez and JT in Orlando. I ordered this sandwich and watched them eat. It was a delicious day.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

For sure! 💣💯🥳

@suzanneartist1026 Ай бұрын

Yum! Thnk you!! I had totally forgotten this sandwich and it was a favorite! Soooo good! Can’t wait to make it. I also remember Bennigan’s had a two for one happy hour at lunchtime and it was very popular! Can you imagine? Loved the 80’s 😂!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

LOVE the 80's. Top Tier Xer, here! 🥰

@ezstenoable 3 жыл бұрын

Whoa! This was sinfully good. Definitely decadent-like a walk through a carnival. My 14 yo son asked if I could please make it every day (I’ll for sure make it on his birthday 😃). Thanks again, RRR!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you loved the Monte, they are decadent aren't they? Thanks for your support and for watching 😍

@outfoxed23 3 жыл бұрын

That sandwich is a staple in my life..

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

Then it sounds like you have a great life!😁

@southernbelle4266 Жыл бұрын

I made it......soooo tasty!!! Now I'm watching your other videos just to see what i should make new next week. Thank you

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Report back next week with your new recipe 😋 👌

@j.r.8223 2 ай бұрын

Omg!! I used to order this! And my husband came to love it too… I’m going to have to try this.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Enjoy!! 😋😋

@coincollectingfun 2 ай бұрын

Crushed the like button! Excellent video and thanks for sharing!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Thanks kiddo 🥰💙

@JohnnySmithWhite-wd4ey 2 ай бұрын

I had a Monte Cristo at Bennigans. Great sandwich.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

So good! 😋😋

@tarahazelrigg6467 3 жыл бұрын

2 cups bisquick 1-1/4 cups half & half 1/4 cup sugar 2 pinch’s of salt Mix well and set aside to build the sandwich 3 slices of honey wheat bread 3 slices ham(preferably Boar’s Head) 1 slice American cheese(preferably Kraft Deli Deluxe) 3 slices turkey(preferably Boar’s Head) 1 slice Swiss cheese(Kraft or Boar’s Head) Raspberry jam or preserves Powdered sugar/ 10x Confectioners sugar Approximately 1-1/2 cups Vegetable cooking oil Lay 3 slices of ham on the bottom slice of bread Cover ham with one slice of American cheese Top with 2nd slice of bread Place 3 slices of turkey on the 2nd slice of bread Cover turkey with Swiss cheese Top sandwich with 3rd slice of bread Secure sandwich on all four sides with toothpicks Slice sandwich on the diagonal avoiding toothpicks Cooking oil @ 365° about 1-1/2 to 2 inches deep in frying pan Batter sandwich on all sides With tongs, place sandwich in hot oil Cooking until a golden brown color on all sides Remove sandwich and drain on paper plate or paper towel Remove toothpicks and slice sandwich into 4 triangles Sprinkle with powdered sugar Serve with Raspberry jam Enjoy! 🥰

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks for the details!

@ecparker 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@tameca2224 3 жыл бұрын

This looks so good and I love me a good Monte Cristo! And you are correct about the raspberry preserve, it's the only way to go with this sandwich! Thanks for another great recipe!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

Love you, girl! Hope this one made you smile!

@tameca2224 3 жыл бұрын

@@RestaurantRecipeRecreations definitely made me smile! It seems so easy to make once you show us how!

@Victor-lr2xr 3 ай бұрын

One of my favorite sandwiches. Thank you.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Mine too! Enjoy! 😋

@TereseJames3 Ай бұрын

I swear Google knows what you want and search for. I wanted a Monte Cristo from this local Restaurant which made it with lobster it was on their online menu, however when I called they said they took it off. I lost my mind, LOL then your video came across my KZfaq and I thought WTH? Thank you so much and I love your delivery on this. You are very entertaining and fast at going through the recipe! 🥰🥰🥰

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

Thank you for this, Terese! Comments like yours make my whole damn day!! Cheers, GF 😘🙏

@macdecarle8315 3 жыл бұрын

This one takes me back to the day, which was a Tuesday. This is one that everyone MUST try! Raz jam is a requirement. Awesome video once again RRR.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@chrishaney2774 5 ай бұрын

God I miss Bennigans. My favorite restaurant ever. I saw one still open in West Texas a couple years ago.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 5 ай бұрын

EVERYBODY misses Bennigan's!😌

@dmmrad54 2 ай бұрын

I remember Bennigans. The sandwich was delicious and popular.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Yes it was on both points! 😋💯

@boebender 2 ай бұрын

Omg I forgot all about my 1990s addiction sandwich!!!! I would be so heavy if I ate this as a 52! At 22 it didn’t pack on fat lol. Yum!!!!!!!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

It is a calorie splurge item, for sure! 😂

@AllanArmstrong 7 ай бұрын

I grew up in Chicago. In 1990-91 I worked in a few Bennigans locations: Presidential Towers, one on Michigan Ave, and one in the south suburbs. Great times. Loved this sandwich, btw. Thanks for the video & memories.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing that. Bennigan’s was a fun spot to work. And 💯 on the MC. Killer sandwich 😋

@pattijones1000 2 ай бұрын

Amazing - fellow Redbird here - in Florida now, but definitely going to try this

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Hello Patti, nice to "meet" you 💕

@pixelhinatabecca989 2 ай бұрын

A Monte Cristo is French toast with ham and turkey and cheese. It's awesome!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Yep! That’s basically it. 😋😋

@richardpeterson7714 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing, have not tried a monte cristo sandwich but will certainly try one.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

You are in for a treat Richard! They are so good 😋😋

@seotenin 2 ай бұрын

These were my favorite sandwiches of all time.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

For good reason! 😋😋😋

@sandymurray9829 2 ай бұрын

We lost our bennigans too the monte Cristo was my FAVORITE! Miss it like crazy!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

It can be yours again, Sandy! 😋

@marydavis5234 8 ай бұрын

I went to Benningans ,once and the monte Cristo was amazing.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 8 ай бұрын

So amazing. 🤩

@harlanmartin9964 2 жыл бұрын

that was perfect from what I remember at Bennigan's......I used to order that all the time.....and plus you cracked me up! great job!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Harlan! I like to try to keep it fun😁😁

@VeeinBerkeley 4 ай бұрын

Luvly version and great video ❤ I got my 1st Montechristo at Biffs diner in Oakland, and it was identical and truly scrumptious 👌🏾

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 4 ай бұрын

So good! Thank you for the comment ❤🙏😍

@divinecomedy0 Ай бұрын

New subscriber here. I love the way you’ve presented the recipe so clearly. Also, your personality and the concept of recreating restaurant winners is such a great idea. I’m going to give this Monte Cristo sandwich a try with the powdered sugar to boot! Thanks again for sharing with us all.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations Ай бұрын

Oh, thank you so much. I love the feedback, thank you for commenting and the nice words. Love y'all!

@Marcus_1001 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! Monte Cristo sandwiches are one of my all-time favorites!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

Mine too, Marcus! So good 😋😋

@Marcus_1001 2 ай бұрын

@@RestaurantRecipeRecreations I'm actually making it this afternoon! I prepped the sandwiches last night and they are in the refrigerator wrapped tightly in plastic wrap.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

@@Marcus_1001 yummers. Enjoy 😊

@SergioGonzalez-ex8kf 3 ай бұрын

I am making this! This weekend ohh how I’ve missed you Monte cristo.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 ай бұрын

I know! So delicious 😋

@katsmith4365 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome sandwich

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

It really is! Thanks for watching and commenting Kat!

@emc6130 2 ай бұрын

This was my favorite item at Bennigans. Miss it.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

You and me both! 💯

@themessycookbydale414 3 жыл бұрын

love this

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@mollywolly4201 Күн бұрын

I’ve always had trouble deciding between a monte cristo and a Croque Monsieur. For today at least you’ve convinced me that I need a MC and yes, the preserves must be raspberry. Great work!

@sammiewilliams7967 3 ай бұрын

Great video! Thank you for sharing this. Been a long time since I've had a Monte Cristo.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 3 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Love the MC 😋❤️

@angelarasmussen1800 2 ай бұрын

I still haven't forgotten my Monte Cristo sandwich experience and now I can create it. Thanks so much! Thumbs up!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! Enjoy, Angela! 😋😋

@jenfine 10 ай бұрын

Thumbs up before you even start - I need these back in my life! I miss Bennigans. WHen I first moved to Chicago, I had one in my building. My first monte cristo. I became addicted, but now there are no more Bennigans in Chicago. :( I miss this sandwich so much.

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 10 ай бұрын

SOOO many of my viewers say the same thing. Everyone misses Bennigan's and it was a REALLY fun place to work in college. I make this MC fairly often for Sunday brunch and it hits💯

@AllanArmstrong 7 ай бұрын

Presidential Towers? I worked at that location, one on Michigan Ave, and one in the south suburbs. Great times.

@LS-ny8mr 2 ай бұрын

I lover Bennigans the one on Michigan Avenue!! Oh that sandwich was the best

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 ай бұрын

SO GOOD! 😋

@robynwalley6821 2 жыл бұрын

Okay so if you're like me and you really want your preservative to taste like it does at say cheddars here is recipe for the raspberry sauce 120 oz raspberries 1 lemon 1/2- 1 cup sugar Rinse raspberries place them in saucepan on medium heat, I like to take a mashed potato smasher and smash my raspberries add sugar either a half a cup to a cup depending on how sweet you want it squeeze your lemon into it and add zest... As it Cooks it will bubble up on top, scoop the foam off the top to remove extra liquid... 10 minutes then remove from heat and let cool... I'm telling you it is amazing I actually asked someone at Cheddar's how they made it and this is what they told me. Hope you try it!!!

@RestaurantRecipeRecreations 2 жыл бұрын

WOW, Robyn! That is so awesome, thank you for this. Amazing😋😋