Cuban Cubano Sandwich Recipe

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Juicy meats and melted cheese layered within a crispy, toasted bread create a favorite sandwich for any season.

Cuban (Cubano) Sandwich Recipe (+)

Directions

Cut ham into thin slices. Cut a dill pickle into narrow slices, or use pre-cut slices Cut cheese into thin slices

Slice bread bun in half lengthwise, or if using a French bread roll, cut lengthwise to make a 6 inch length. Lightly butter inside of each bread slice. On buttered side, layer ingredients starting with the pickles, then the roast pork, ham (1 to 2 slices), and the cheese on top.

Pre-heat sandwich grill or a griddle pan large enough to hold 1 or 2 sandwiches. Spray cooking oil on grill or pan surfaces. Place sandwich(es) in grill or pan and flatten sandwich by either closing grill lid, or if using an open pan, place a meat press, such as a bacon press, over top of sandwich. A heavy object such as a brick wrapped in tin foil can be used to compress the bread, meat, and cheese.

Grill sandwiches 2 to 3 minutes per side, removing when cheese melts and outsides of bread are golden brown.

Slice sandwiches in half and serve

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Serving Size: 1

Servings: 4

Enter desired servings:

Ingredients

-		1 Cuban bread bun or substitute French bread roll (not a baguette) or a Kaiser roll
-		1 pound roasted pork shredded - boneless center loin is suggested
-		1/2 pound baked ham - a mild and sweet flavored ham
-		1/4 pound Swiss cheese
-		12 dill pickle slices
-		3 tablespoons butter