Description
A crispy, pressed Cuban sandwich layered with roast pork, ham, cheese, dill pickles, and yellow mustard on Cuban bread.
Ingredients
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- 1 loaf Cuban bread (or French bread)
- 1 pound roast pork, sliced thin
- 4 slices ham
- 4 slices cheese
- 3-4 dill pickles, sliced
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- Cheese: Swiss is traditional, but any good melting cheese works.
Instructions
- Cut the Cuban bread in half lengthwise and spread mustard on both sides.
- Layer the roast pork, ham, cheese, and pickles on one half of the bread.
- Place the other half of the bread on top and press down gently.
- Heat a large skillet or panini press over medium heat.
- Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted, about 3 minutes per side.
- Cut the sandwich into smaller pieces or leave it as is and serve hot.
Notes
- If using a skillet, press gently with a second skillet or a foil-wrapped brick for even browning.
- French bread works best if it’s not overly crusty.
- Keep heat at medium so the cheese melts before the bread gets too dark.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Stovetop (or Panini Press)
- Cuisine: Cuban