Madame Cristo (Monte Cristo with a poached egg)

Batter: one large egg, a splash of heavy cream, a big pinch of salt, a shake of cayenne, freshly grated nutmeg and about a teaspoon of lemon zest; beat with a fork until it turns from thick to thinner and runny.

Lightly toast the white bread so it dries out and soaks up more batter.

Layer Havarti and ham, cutting the round ham in half so the straight edges line up with the bread; press the halves together.

Soak the sandwich in the batter, flipping back and forth until it takes no more.

Pan fry in butter over medium heat, not too high, until golden and crisp outside and the cheese is gooey.

Poach or fry an egg; trim the stringy white.

Plate, garnish with greens, top with the poached egg, a shake of cayenne and sliced chives.