Cheese Frenchee
The frenchee (sandwich) hails from the great state of nebraska. First created by king's food host restaurant which is no longer in business. Here is an artery-cloggin' version that my dad loves and makes when my mom isn't looking.
Steps
In a large shallow bowl , stir together the flour and salt.
Mix together the egg and milk in a glass measuring cup.
Gradually add the egg / milk mixture to the flour mixture , whisking until the batter is smooth.
Set aside.
Spread 4 slices of bread lightly with mayonnaise and mustard , if desired.
Top each piece of bread with a slice of american cheese and a slice of swiss or monterey jack cheese.
Cover each with a second slice and bread and lightly press the sandwiches together.
In a deep 12-inch fry pan , heat oil or shortening of 1 inch deep to 350f.
Put the crushed cornflakes in a pie plate.
Dip a sandwich in the batter to lightly , but completely cover , the dip sandwich in the cornflake crumbs.
Repeat with another sandwich.
Carefully add both sandwiches to the hot oil.
Fry until golden on one side.
Carefully turn and fry until golden on the other side.
Remove sandwiches to a paper towel lined plate.
Dip , coat , and fry the remaining two sandwiches.
Cut sandwich.
Ingredients
all-purpose flour, salt, egg, milk, white bread, mayonnaise, mustard, american cheese, swiss cheese, oil, corn flakes, ketchup