MONTE CRISTO -- ham & cheese FRENCH TOAST sandwich | How to Make STRAWBERRY FREEZER JAM

The #montecristo #sandwich is composed of layers of ham and cheese with a touch of strawberry jam and mustard. The sandwich is then dipped into an egg wash and fried like french toast. Mmm...let's do this! 💪🏼
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[@tranquilcottageknits1422]

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[@gabbilauck8836]

My husband's grandmother used to make a beautiful strawberry jam. I told her how much I loved her jam and asked if she would share the recipe, assuming it was an old family secret. She said, "Oh, honey, I use the recipe from the back of a Sure-Jell box!"

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Gabbi Lauck haha

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@@caseythompson474 ooo do you have a written recipe for that?

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That was my Nana 😅 I always make sure I have sure jell now!

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😂

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[@Rclay0129]

Jelly = juice Jam = mash Preserves = chunks

[@tmp0922]

Hey Emmy, if you take a wet cloth and place it under your cutting board while your using it won’t wobble and prevent unwanted accidents. I cooked in a restaurant where we made Monte Cristo’s in October-December but instead of the traditional strawberry jam we used house mad chunky cranberry sauce with the turkey side and stuffing on the ham side and deep fried it, we would sell out in an hour every day maybe make that this holiday in a special Video! Love your channel and all your efforts, thanks so much!

[@ybunnygurl]

Ohh a restaurant by my house does this and it is my crack in the fall, screw pumpkin spice.

[@Birdbike719]

The legendary "Thanksgiving Sandwich". Never had one deep fried, but that takes something wonderful to a whole new level!

[@crashingxhearts]

Omg that sounds delicious!

[@sonsiehollingsworth5342]

Ohhhh ..... now that sounds interesting for around the holidays ❤❤( or 2am or so 😆😆

[@chiot2875]

That sounds so good but I think I’d legitimately throw up if I ate it

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“Sweet, salty, cheesy? I’m on it.” I feel the same way, Emmy.

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Ew mealworms

[@gloferj]

To those who think that emmy doesn't wash her utensils... "hello my beautiful dummies!"

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gloferj seems like a lot of cooking channels have people commenting about not washing cooking utensils, surfaces and their hands. Seems dumb that they have to tell people that those parts are edited out.

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Lol

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LMAO

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[@sugarapplesweet]

My late grandmother made both freezer jam AND Monte Crisco sandwiches for us a lot. Thanks for such a feel-good memory. 💚

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[@ClanImprobable]

Agree 200%!

[@beverlycody5371]

🎉

[@vipercrb5622]

Rhett and Link reviewed Disney food and I believe they ate the same sandwich mentioned here. Also the definitions: *Preserves* , made from cooking the whole fruit. *Jam* , made from cooking mashed fruit . *Butter* , made from cooking strained fruit pulp. *Jelly* , made from cooking fruit juice.

[@MissingRaptor]

Thanks for the definitions!

[@mimi1568]

Thanks! I always get jam and preserved a bit messed up.

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Viper CRB thanks OP

[@kathleennorton6108]

But she didn't cook the fruit at all, so do we need a different name?

[@Diabolus1978]

U forgot about marmalade. Or u dont have that in america?

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Do people really think u don't wash things just bc they don't see u doing it? Wow...lol

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That "do you wanna see me wash things" question might be a yes to some of these complainers. 😂 weird porn

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@@ohla300 ohh yeah! Look how frothy this spatula gets... and the bubbles between my fingers, oh my!!!

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Never see her wash her hands! Lol

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Nita Pittman ngl yeah there are some people that don’t wash them bc they’re like why should I 🤔🤔🤔

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The same people that would complain if she put that in the video.

[@theunsinkablekatiemae]

I love this - thank you. I was very close to an aunt that passed away several years ago. She had some health issues that eventually made it hard for her to do much in the kitchen - a significant blow for this proud southern woman - but no matter what, she ALWAYS had strawberry freezer jam and hot fresh biscuits for me when I visited her. I’m picking up some jelly jars this week - you’ve got me wanting to make it in her honor. And I’m sure my friends won’t mind taking a jar or two off my hands :) thanks, Emmy! Love you and all you do.

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YES

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they would be a perfect video combo!

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That would break the internet

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[@paularunyan1074]

Totally agree on freezer jam. They retain the freshly sunpicked flavor. And those that think this is an awful sounding recipe, need to try it. It's amazing!

[@emmymade]

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[@CarlGorn]

It's better with rhubarb added in. Just sayin'.

[@paularunyan1074]

@@CarlGorn pretty much any fruit 👌

[@rnptenafly]

Lunay LeZarde don't you need to cook the rhubarb though?

[@CarlGorn]

@@rnptenafly Yes, but you can do that just by cooking it in the pectin after giving the rhubarb its own sugar soak to draw out the juices. That's how my mom always did it.

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Liar

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Me after finishing this lab report I’m about to write😂

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[@tlu3024]

When I was a kid my grandma taught me how to make strawberry jam with a secret ingredient that really rounds out the flavor beautifully- black pepper! You should try it, Emmy :-) sounds odd, but it’s actually a perfect pairing. I’m sure there’s a recipe online!

[@JodiesSideEye]

I learned this way tooo!

[@pattyofurniture694]

I like putting some tarragon in mine. Will have to try adding some black pepper!

[@chuckychuck8318]

Do you put it while it's cooking or after ?

[@fainitesbarley2245]

Yep. You can just eat fresh strawberries with black pepper too.

[@jerrymaneD]

I have heard of that, but now I want to try making strawberry jam with red pepper flakes as I love a good kick.

[@taifu13781]

I'm glad to hear a clear elaboration on the difference between Jams and jellies. Also love that you called for Alton Brown. He would definitely know

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Emmy and Alton would be an awesome collab!

[@shannanigansisme]

I love Monte Cristo sandwiches! I'm used to the deep fried version with seedless blackberry jam. Thanks, Emmy!

[@shannanigansisme]

@@demidubachable Yum! Both sound awesome. I just can't have the seeds.

[@GoogleAccount-fo9hp]

We used to sell those as Bennigans. And if you decided to order it more like this, then I think the jam was mixed with powdered sugar.

[@GoogleAccount-fo9hp]

@Filthy Witch they may have done it wrong at mine, I don't know. I never found out the official way. But yes, they powdered the sandwich and on the panini ones we served the jam mixed with powder. It turned it into like a light lavender color. Our cooks were high half the time though, who knows 🤣

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@@GoogleAccount-fo9hp BEST ITEM on the menu!

[@earthwarrior2549]

I love the deep fried ones coated in powdered sugar and dipped in raspberry jam.

[@sotrusty]

That's the exact strawberry jam my grandmother used to make. It is the best! Good over ice cream.

[@mollybarr3818]

I'm feeling very sad today but you made my favourite foods- monte Cristo and strawberry jam. Thank you for your videos. They are comforting.

[@jenneli314]

In the Southern US the sandwich can be found deep fried at a lot of "homestyle" or comfort food restaurants, it's usually dusted with powdered sugar with a die of strawberry or raspberry jam to dip it into

[@JohnnyK60]

I've never seen the jam inside.

[@daniellegroover4710]

Ohhhhh my! That looks *ahhh-mazing*! I looove strawberry jam on my bacon-egg-cheese sandwiches and biscuits, so I can totally see this! I will definitely be trying this yummy, wonderful sandwich! Thank you soooo much for sharing! 👍❤

[@emmymade]

You will LOVE this sandwich.

[@Birdbike719]

Yes!

[@michelleleefrederick2212]

What a great idea you have! I love maple syrup on my sausage, (which grosses my hubby out, lol) So I'll definitely be trying strawberry jam on my breakfast sandwich!!😁

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[@peabody9468]

My family would make freezer jam every summer! Best type of jam imo. I even made a strange mixed fruit version with pomegranate, blueberries, strawberries, and I think raspberries. It was good! BTW, bless you Emmy.🤧 🌂☂️

[@necrogenesis1981]

This is one of my my favorite sandwiches, I like to make it a little differently though, dust it with powdered sugar and use the jam as a dipping sauce. The first time I had it was at Bennigan's and it was deep fried in batter, but I like the classic version better.

[@earthwarrior2549]

Russell I don’t know if Bennigan’s still exists, but the first I had that sandwich was at the Daytona Beach, FL location and it was so big I had to split it with someone!

[@IautumnfireflyI]

"Hmm, I didn't remember Emmy making a monte cristo_" *sees it says uploaded 13 seconds ago and immediately clicks*

[@duchessbella4]

What's funny is I was looking up monte cristo recipes on KZbin last night and I was sad that Emmy hadn't made one....LOL

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YAAASSS.✨

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SAME

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@@craiglee7993 Shinei

[@danafidler8815]

@@emmymade My son use to make a sandwich as a kid that was made up of peanut butter, grape jam, bologna, cheese, ketchup, mayo and mustard! I would say he was about 8 when he first started making them! He asked me to try it and I was like, no can do! LOL!

[@amyjones343]

My anxiety has been through the roof recently and when I cant sleep I watch your videos and it helps takes my mind of things. Thanks emmy!

[@musical.0uija]

I had a deep fried version at a Bennigans restaurant in Colorado. It was so delicious. I’ve always had it with raspberry sauce though.

[@RHinners1971]

I miss that restaurant. I loved that sandwich!!

[@kayla3972]

Same here all the Bennigans closed down in Texas years ago. Cheddars has deep fried Monte Cristo w jam but Bennigans was better.

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hey Favre what's that restaurant you like?

[@kitty5308]

I love Emmy so much, she is is such a Light...her family is so lucky to have her in their lives

[@seasidesigh1866]

Emmy, can you test some recipes from Moldova? It’s a tiny country, often unrecognized but so rich in culture. :)

[@MissingRaptor]

I second this!

[@notsosure5924]

Yes my coworker is from there and his food he brings to work....PHENOMENAL

[@GarmanyRachel]

Sounds interesting, I’d watch!

[@ybunnygurl]

So what are recipes from Moldova? I have a coworker from there and he says its just Russian food.

[@shandya]

I don't know anything about Moldova so that sounds interesting!

[@marym6613]

I cannot wait to make this jam!!!! I use half a teaspoon in my yogurt parfait when fruit isn’t in season! I use nonfat Greek yogurt instead of the flavored ones cause of all the extra sugar. Thank you!!!!

[@notold37]

Hi Emmy, it looks nicely cooked, I can tell you its not for me, never been a fan of sweet things with savoury, but mustard yummy, without the jam, yes please, strawberry jam, yes please, oh BLESS YOU🤧🤧🤧🤧, for your sneeze, great video, love your videos, sending the love from Melbourne Australia 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🦘🦘🦘🦘

[@CarolWorth]

I LOVE you, Emmy! The Monte Cristo has been my favourite sandwich forever, but I so rarely get to have one! 😥 Now, I know the secret. The thought of having to deep fry it is what has kept "Monte" and me apart! Now, thanks to Emmy, I know the secret! Thanks, Emmy! 😘💕

[@christopherpappas7474]

Emmy, thanks for re-sparking a beautiful memory of my mum. I had tears in my eyes while you made the jam. That's the only way she made it and I always helped because she would pick buckets of them at the farm every year. Thanks again, only complaint you never asked if we wanted a bite of the sandwich:)

[@niamhusthegreat5085]

I made this immediately after watching but with leftover pork instead of ham and shared it with my bro. My mum and sister looked at us like we were mad freakish when we ate it until I convinced ma to have a bite. This ish is crazy good, I highly recommend.

[@Bluuplanet]

Do you ever use a melted paraffin seal for jam? My grandmother used to do that. She'd pour about 3/16" to 1/4" of melted paraffin on top and the first person to use it would break the seal.

[@rocknreeny]

Hey Emmy! You inspired me! I went out and got some strawberries and made jam just like you demonstrated. I'm excited to give it a try when the 24 hours is up tomorrow. Might try making the monte cristo next!

[@raymondz7152]

OMG this is one of my favorite things in the world. Benagin's made the best one ever! 😍 Great vid 👍👍 Emmy you make me smile 😊

[@gysmokates]

The Monte Cristos I'm familiar with usually have turkey and ham. Also raspberry jelly. I love them. No middle slice of bread, but this recipe looks yummy!

[@victoriastutzenstein8433]

One of my favorite all time sandwiches. Thin slices pears or green apples are delicious in place of syrup or melba but anyway is yummy

[@heatherpearce6205]

When I was in my last trimester of my pregnancy with my daughter, my Dad took me to one of my favorite restaurants as a child for lunch. When we got there he talked me into having a Monte Cristo sandwich, IT WAS AWESOME AND I WAS TOTALLY SURPRISED! I haven't had one since, but I'm DEFINITELY going to be making one soon. Thank you for reminding me how yummy that sandwich is/was!❤❤

[@critically.panned]

Hey Emmy, love your videos! I have a small request if you wouldn't mind: my mother-in-law loves your videos, but she's terribly hard of hearing (but don't tell her that!) English isn't her first language and she understands much more spoken than she does written. Is there any way you could up the volume just a smidge in your videos? If not, no worries! And thank you for sharing your content all of these years ❤️

[@agorejessfirefly]

When I made this in culinary school (and now at home) I used baby swiss, sour dough bread, and a dusting of powdered sugar. I also used 1 slice of ham and 1 slice of turkey. The jam I usually add AFTER as a dipping option on the side, and I used a brown mustard as well. This looks good and I've done it with white bread recently because we cant find much else for bread right now. It's a favorite in our household and is good for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Whatever you want! It's great.

[@cmisis14]

Haha, I love that you mentioned Alton Brown. You've always reminded me a lot of him in the way that you're both entertaining and also educational to watch :)

[@RachaelTheSpy]

My grandma and great aunts make freezer jam every year from my great grandma’s recipe! It is truly the best! My favorite is when they use local tart cherries!

[@QueenBee-py3ks]

I think I will actually make this. How simple. Thanks Emmy 😊

[@MrRhetcrit]

Started eating these when I was three, according to my mom. 57 years later it's still my favorite sandwich, and this is a great rendition, Kudos, Emmy.

[@lannisterfilth]

I can't be the only one who knew Monte Cristo from The Sims 4.

[@michelleleefrederick2212]

I didn't know that, but I remember soursop from the Sims...2, I believe?

[@bruhhhebrooo5269]

what are you guys talking about? I feel im missing something hahah because i play the sims all thr time

[@holagataeang]

You've never heard of it before playing sims 4? 😵 If youve never eaten one in real life you've not lived! Lol

[@ShesMongolianASMR]

Lmfaooooo I thought it was only one

[@lannisterfilth]

@@holagataeang I mean, I live in a country where 90% of the restaurants make carbonara with cream and never eggs or parmesan. So you know how that goes 😆 But I tried Monte Cristo, and it's WONDERFUL.

[@dreamingfool2]

Honestly, I've never made Monte Cristo like this and my husband and I are chefs. We make ours with white bread, layerd with Swiss cheese and ham. We then dip it in egg wash and then dip them in cornflake crumbs. Then you fry until golden brown and dust with powdered sugar. Serve with hot strawberry or blackberry jam to dip.

[@dahveed284]

You could’ve used clarified butter - it has a higher smoke point. Ahh-choo! Bless you!

[@dannaferral6937]

Thank you * I read you comment, and sneezed. *

[@ennuiedits]

honestly the most calming youtuber EVER. whenever i feel stressed i know i can count on emmy 🙃🙃

[@ominous5023]

Wait...people put Jam on their ham and cheeses? 0_O

[@goldengirl617]

Mari Dragneel yes, its tasty!

[@rosenbaum75]

Eww right

[@emalinel]

Don't knock it til you try it! :)

[@rachel_justine9101]

Honestly it’s life changing.

[@gigidodson]

Ohhhh yeah! So delicious

[@hyldrklein451]

Hello emmy~ You can place a tea towel underneath your chopping board to keep it from wobbling or slipping. I love those jams made with pectin. My sister brought me a jar once and we ate it with different kinds of cheese. It was phenomenal. I think I'll go make myself a jar next time when the suitable fruits are in season.

[@Katrinabobina]

The best one i ever had was at bennigans. RiP bennigans

[@stormeagle81x]

Same. I worked there once too

[@pikachuchild]

Oh wow, haven't thought of Bennigans in an age...

[@AshleighCowles]

yes! loved bennigans.

[@aardyn8564]

Every time I want a Monte Cristo I am sad and reminded that Bennigan's is no more and I can't get my sandwich because everyone else makes it like french toast and I liked the Bennigan's version better.

[@stephaniepapaleo521]

Tracey Buckley omg it was to die for. Deeep frieddd

[@laurametheny1008]

IDK but you nail so many things I love it's eerie! Had to come back here and set this aside in my special Emmy list😊 I have vowed not to waste anymore strawberries and this lovely red jam shall be how!🍓 I don't buy the store stuff. I don't like it. And Monte Cristoes. Made them for my fam when I was a kid minus that yummy jam. We used to eat alot of fried egg sandwiches. And grilled cheese. And grilled spam or bologna. Whatever was cheapest and easiest for a low income big family. And we had chickens, ducks and geese. So you know. Eggs. Have you ever eaten fried egg on bread with peanut butter Emmy? You really should try it. So good! Also tried egg and cheese with Miracle Whip on bread. I'm not fond of MW. I like mayo. But I'll eat it on that sandwich. Then there's cheese. Dairy is my demon.my kid says I'm scary because I'm a cheese freak.😈🧀 Cheese and potatoes. Yum.🥔 She's stuck on Nutella so....I too adore gruyere! And fontina and fontinella and asiago. Sharp and flavorful! Have you ever tried Kasseri? OMG. Delicious! Stella makes a fine one but I haven't been able to get any for awhile. Very strong slightly crumbly and fabulous. When my granddaughter was like 4 I gave her some and she loved it! I was so tickled. Jarlsburg is pretty good as well but not my fave. Also the sharpest white cheddar I can find. Cheese is basically my meat. And other dairy. Yogurt. Ice cream. Cottage cheese. Haha I've gone nuts! Sorry. Just wanted to say hello when I came back to get the recipes. Thankyou lovely Emmy!🤗

[@cathyjester7187]

My husband makes these with leftover Christmas and Easter ham but instead of jam he uses the pineapple rings from the ham.

[@jacehawkins2791]

I actually didn't know there was a difference between jelly and jam. I just thought it was a word preference. That was really interesting to learn.

[@SpinX522]

Preserves, or at least the way my grandmother makes them are just the whole fruit cooked with sugar. The juice will come out of the fruit and make a syrup. That’s pretty much it.

[@Sg22sg22]

Emmy,i made this today, and my meat turned out rubbery and inedible 😭 I'm glad you enjoyed yours though. Thank you for the video 😊

[@danh3617]

"Ahh-choo!" The secret word is "umbrella".

[@nairbvel]

My introduction to the Monte Cristo was about 30 years ago in NYC. We were there for a family event and had been booked into a motel in a rather "interesting" area on the outskirts of the city. The kitchen was closed for renovations but the staff directed us to a diner about 10 minutes up the road and suggested we try the Monte Cristo sandwich. Except for breakfast and the reception we attended, that was pretty much my entire diet for the 2 days we were there. The only difference is that I'm used to seeing them with seedless raspberry or blackberry jam... Gonna have to try strawberry now! (And now that I've watched this video, I'm REALLY tempted to try making my own strawberry jam.) Thanks, Emmy! :-)

[@Wormwoodification]

Me: Is vegan and hates strawberry jam but watches the video anyways cause Emmy's adorable. Also me: Trying to veganize it in my head cause I want to try it. 💛

[@5boysmomma]

Saw the look on your face when you took that first bite, it was saying nope, im not ready to tell you about it just yet im still so enjoying this!

[@eianoodle]

My family has made jam just like this my entire life! I’ve actually never had store bought jam.

[@carlkiehne3423]

My family did the same for years.

[@michaelad48]

Reminds me of my toasted onion bagel, with dijon mustard, swiss cheese, ham and pepper jelly sandwich but I put mine in the toaster oven to heat through and melt cheese. Its totally my favorite sammich ever. Gotta try it. You'll be hooked too.

[@Poonamsmartkitchen]

I try this recipe

[@amandaglossen8241]

I love monte cristo sandwiches! I work in restaurants and frequently ask my cooks to make them even though they are off the menu! I usually dip mine in syrup and sometimes add bacon! Delicious 😋

[@seishedaye3705]

of course you're not supposed to wash your utensils, that's where the flavor comes from. It's called recycling food.

[@latedecember2805]

Jelly: Juice only. Jam: crushed fruits and pieces. Preserves: Whole fruits and juices. Fruits, berries, veggies... What ever they are they taste good. MY great grand mother made tomato Jelly, Jams and preserves. Just leave out much of the sugar for that wonderful tomato flavor. Every year our town hosts a fair, and every year I buy Chili jam made from chili peppers. All made, grown and sold by the seller, which used to be my next door neighbor and our town Mayor. I would urge everyone to think outside the box when it comes to Jelled items. You never know what you can make until you try. He made the most wonderful chili-apple jelly you ever put in your mouth, apple jelly with a little kick to it.

[@Bennshorts27]

Hiiiii Emmy! All the way from south Texas!

[@emmymade]

Hi, south Texas!

[@BeatrizSilva-id9bp]

I don’t even cook I just watch this because Emmy energy calms me down

[@juliem.4400]

"...do you wanna watch me wash things?" Yes. Yes I do.

[@ltraina3353]

I love your genuine enthusiasm and occasional silliness....I had to laugh when you opened the jam: ‘look at this...boing boing boing...it’s so beautiful!’ I’ve avoided jams and jellies bc the cooking method is such a process, but the no cook way is something I plan to try now...and prettier too...boing boing boing! Thanks Emmy!

[@kimberlys8422]

People think I'm crazy because I like my dad's cream cheese, ketchup and jelly on toast sandwiches. I'm open minded, I'll try this one!!!

[@rachelmenth4677]

where does the ketchup go? in the middle? i'm having a hard time imagining this

[@kimberlys8422]

@@rachelmenth4677 Just one squirt of ketchup is enough, you just mix the cream cheese with the jelly of your liking.

[@rachelmenth4677]

@@kimberlys8422 ohhhhh i get it. thank you

[@melissaquinn1463]

I have cherished memories of the summer my mom and grandma canned like crazy. Tomatoes, dill pickles, dilly beans, raspberry and strawberry freezer jams, everything came from our garden and I helped harvest it all. I need to do the same thing with my daughter and mom, so the family recipes are passed down.

[@daddyosink4413]

The way that you say "deep fried" tells a lot about you and your personality.....

[@sarabeth641]

Donut let her fool you. Emmy loves fried food.

[@daddyosink4413]

@@sarabeth641 oh no... it was like a sexual thing when she said it 🤣

[@sarabeth641]

@@daddyosink4413 Just as I said ;) no I'm just playing. I actually saw it as disgust when she said it, so that's why I said what I did

[@susanmazzanti5643]

For many years jams and jellies were not canned in a water bath. When I was young many people sealed the jars with melted bees wax and stored on a shelf because few people had a refrigerator. I made freezer jam which was a new thing then and my children could eat a lot of it.

[@pressjohn-bow7045]

Two slices of ham on the entire sandwich?!?!? You must've worked at a Subway before lolol

[@rnptenafly]

It's a Monte Cristo, not a ham sandwich. It's an ingredient, there's also cheese and three slices of bread. Enough.

[@2121bassplayer]

back when i was super poor in college, these things saved my life lol. so tasty, filling, quick, and cheap to make, there were many nights i wouldve gone to bed hungry if not for monte cristo sandwiches. that and egg drop soup

[@ceciliaalexander8881]

"I've been known to eat strange things..." Whaaaaaat!?! Nooooooo lol (Me thinking back to bull testicles, Dirt Cookies, Dollar Tree meat, etc.)

[@jeffreycooley2032]

The jam looks amazingly enticing. Also, I love her enthusiasm. Thank you, very much.

[@kairos-049]

I just saw a guide to preserves vs. jam vs. jelly. Preserves are made from whole cooked fruit, jams are made from mashed fruit, jellies are made from cooked fruit juice.

[@bjbegley11]

I grew up in central Florida and any Monte Cristos from anywhere were the deep fried kind. I didn't know that wasn't the traditional way until I moved to the Northeast. When I was in culinary class we used to make them as part of our lunch menu, but we made them like french toast first and then deep fried them, and added heavy powdered sugar. They were wildly popular and very tasty.

[@debbiethompson9209]

The happy dance you do when your food is good brings a smile to my face.

[@bellacapulet1933]

We don't have strawberries where I live but we have loads of peaches and loquats. I always love making jams with my momma ❤️❤️❤️

[@teridoster5840]

I make freezer jams almost every year (blackberry, strawberry & raspberry), along with traditional cooked jams... I can be fickle and I love both styles! 💜

[@theTrend7]

The sway while eating a.k.a. the food dance equals deliciousness always!😆

[@Howlersmum2]

Fried monte cristos are my favorite sandwich. We had them 20+ years ago at a truck stop I worked at. We also have them at the diner my husband works at now. Soooooooo yum!

[@ThePrettiiTrucker]

I'm from Georgia & they sell these sandwiches at a restaurant chain called Cheddars. Instead of having the jam on the sandwich, they serve it as a dipping sauce.....soooo good!😍😍😍

[@meganloveslife8570]

I never watch cooking videos but there is something about you in your cooking videos that i love to watch! I just cant out my finger on it! Your awesome! Thank you!

[@Birdbike719]

Monte Cristo sandwiches are wonderful. Ive only had the deep fried version dusted with powdered sugar with jam on the side. Had it decades ago waayyy back in high school and still remember it because it was so delicious. I also always add strawberry jam to my breakfast croissants/sandwiches from my local Jack in the Box so youve got the right idea! Now I'm hungry😊 "Bless you"

[@kalicat6232]

My favourite food as a child. Warm, greasy, gooey from the cheese, and a bit salty from a thin slice of ham. It’s amazing. Usually pan fried and then dusted by icing sugar. Served with warm maple syrup. Perfect food for a kid!

[@leecarteret3457]

i watch you at the end of my day right before bed, your voice is soothing, love you videos emmy