Monte Cristo Sandwich - the Real One
Ingredients:
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1 quart oil for frying, or as needed
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⅔ cup water
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1 egg
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⅔ cup all-purpose flour
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1 ¾ teaspoons baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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8 slices white bread
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4 slices Swiss cheese
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4 slices turkey
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4 slices ham
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⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar for dusting