Crispy Malakoff: Cheese & Ham Stack
A Swiss classic reimagined as a golden, melty-cheese-and-ham stack that crisps in one skillet. Tender inside, crunchy outside, ready in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 428
- Protein
- 18g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Arrange 3 cheese slices overlapping on a board; spread with half the mustard, then top with 3 more cheese slices.
Step 2
Place flour in one shallow bowl, beaten egg in another, breadcrumbs in a third.
Step 3
Dredge the cheese stack in flour, shaking off excess; dip in egg until coated, then press into breadcrumbs on both sides.
Step 4
Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high until foaming, about 90 seconds.
Step 5
Slide the breaded stack into the skillet; fry until golden and cheese begins peeking through edges, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
Step 6
Transfer to a plate, let rest 1 minute, slice in half, and serve immediately with a small salad or cornichons.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- 12-inch nonstick or cast iron skillet
- three shallow bowls
- tongs or spatula
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