¼poundSerranoSpanish cured mountain ham or prosciutto, thinly sliced
¼poundmild cheesesuch as Gouda or Jarlsberg, thinly sliced
16⅜- to ½-inch slices long-loaf (baguette) bread, preferably day-old and not airy
½cupmilk
2largeeggslightly beaten
Olive oilfor frying
Instructies
Fit several layers of ham on each of 8 bread slices, top with layers of cheese, and cover with the remaining bread.
Pour the milk into a flat-bottom dish.
Briefly dip each sandwich into it, moistening both sides.
Place on a dry platter and let sit for 20 minutes.
Place the eggs in a shallow bowl.
Heat at least ½ inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (or use a deep fryer set at 365°F) until it turns a cube of bread light brown in 60 seconds.
Dip both sides of each sandwich in the beaten eggs and place in the hot oil.
Cook until golden on both sides, turning once.
Transfer the sandwiches with a slotted spatula to paper towels and let drain.
Serve hot.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
These delightful tapas are a nostalgic favorite, perfect for a quick and satisfying snack or appetizer.