# What You Need:
→ Bread
01 - 8 slices white sandwich bread
→ Filling
02 - 8 slices deli ham
03 - 8 slices Swiss cheese
04 - 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
→ Egg Batter
05 - 3 large eggs
06 - 1/2 cup whole milk
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ For Frying
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
10 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
→ Garnish
11 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
12 - Raspberry preserves or jam for serving
# Steps:
01 - Lay out bread slices and spread Dijon mustard on 4 slices if using. Layer 2 slices ham and 2 slices Swiss cheese on each mustard-covered slice. Top with remaining bread to form 4 sandwiches.
02 - Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in shallow bowl until smooth mixture forms.
03 - Melt butter with oil in large skillet over medium heat until butter foams slightly.
04 - Dip each sandwich into egg batter, turning to coat both sides thoroughly and allowing excess to drip off.
05 - Place sandwiches in skillet and cook 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with spatula, until golden brown and cheese melts.
06 - Remove from skillet and let rest 1 minute. Slice each sandwich diagonally in half, dust with powdered sugar, and serve immediately with raspberry preserves if desired.
