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The Cuban Sandwich (Cubano) ~ a hearty and delicious combination of sweet ham, juicy tender pork, melted Swiss cheese, dill pickles with a nice bite from a slathering of yellow mustard. www.savingdessert.com

The classic Cuban Sandwich (Cubano) ~ a hearty and delicious combination of sweet ham, juicy tender pork, melted Swiss cheese, dill pickles with a nice bite from a slathering of yellow mustard.

Apparently, the original Cuban sandwich was invented in a Key West cafe, popular with the local Cuban workers.  That first Cubano sandwich was made with salami, but later ham became the standard.

 

 

The Cuban Sandwich (Cubano) ~ a hearty and delicious combination of sweet ham, juicy tender pork, melted Swiss cheese, dill pickles with a nice bite from a slathering of yellow mustard. www.savingdessert.com

It’s hard to resist this cheesy, meaty, flavorful sandwich.

You probably knew this amazing sandwich would be the next after posting the wonderful, flavorful Grilled Cuban Mojo-Marinated Pork Tenderloin last week.  The lime, citrus and garlic marinade adds incredible flavor to the pork, and this sandwich.  This hearty sandwich is loaded with meat and cheesy goodness; nobody goes away hungry!

 

 

The Cuban Sandwich (Cubano) ~ a hearty and delicious combination of sweet ham, juicy tender pork, melted Swiss cheese, dill pickles with a nice bite from a slathering of yellow mustard. www.savingdessert.com

The Cuban is a pressed, or grilled sandwich typically made with hard-to-find Cuban bread which is similar to a French or Italian loaf.

First, I used an Italian loaf for this recipe, and trimmed off the top and bottom crusts.  The bread is lightly buttered and the sandwich assembled. Next, cook the sandwich in a skillet and sear the bread pressing firmly until the cheese is melted and the bread toasted.  To press your sandwich place a heavy skillet (like cast iron) on top of the sandwich while cooking or if you have a panini press, that will work great too!

 

The Cuban Sandwich (Cubano) ~ a hearty and delicious combination of sweet ham, juicy tender pork, melted Swiss cheese, dill pickles with a nice bite from a slathering of yellow mustard. www.savingdessert.com

If you’ve traveled in the Miami area, perhaps you’ve had a great Cuban sandwich served with chips and a cold beer.  Sounds like summer perfection to me! However, if you don’t want to go all the way to Miami to enjoy a terrific Cuban sandwich, I’ve got your recipe right here!

 

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A Cuban sandwich cut in half and served with pickles

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Cuban Sandwich Recipe

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Yield: 4
Course: Main Course
Author: Tricia
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A hearty and delicious combination of sweet ham, juicy tender pork, melted Swiss cheese, dill pickles with a nice bite from a slathering of yellow mustard. 

Ingredients

  • loaf Italian, French or Cuban bread
  • 1 ounce unsalted butter
  • 1 ounce yellow mustard
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese
  • 6 slices sweet (honey) ham
  • 6 slices dill pickles
  • 8 slices roasted pork or pork tenderloin

Instructions

  • Remove the crusty top and bottom of half a loaf of Italian bread and cut in half (each piece should be about 6-inches long.)  Cut the pieces in half lengthwise, and butter the top and bottom of the bread. 
  • Generously spread mustard on the inside of each slice then layer 4 slices of Swiss cheese over the mustard.  Divide the pickles, ham, and pork on the two sandwiches then top with the remaining Swiss cheese.  
  • Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the sandwiches.  Reduce the heat slightly and cook until the bottom is lightly browned.  Carefully turn the sandwich over and "press" the Cuban using a heavy skillet or other clean heat proof pan.  Cook until the cheese is melted and both sides are browned.
  • Cut the sandwiches in half diagonally and serve with chips and a cold beer if desired.

Recipe Notes

A not-too-crusty Ciabatta loaf would work well here too.  
Use a panini press if you have one.
 

I love the occasional sandwich, and especially a meaty one with cheese like this Cuban.  It’s a nice splurge that completely satisfies, plus it’s easy to make, too.  This Cuban sandwich is good enough to serve at an informal gathering of friends. Each of the components for this sandwich can be prepared a head of time making it great for entertaining.

Check out our favorite panini pan below:  (click on the photo for more information)

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Finally, there is something about a classic sandwich that keep me coming back for more. These Homemade (Baked) Chick-Fil-A Sandwiches from Barefeet in the Kitchen have been on my list of must-make recipes forever!  Another crazy delicious ham & cheese variation is this Monte Cristo Sandwich from She Wears Many Hats. Amy says they make an amazing breakfast sandwich too!  Yummy stuff.  And I could never resist a big bite of this beautiful Grilled Chicken Cordon Blue Sandwich from The Cookie Rookie.

 

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  4. Liz says

    I’ve been dying to make a Cubano ever since I tried my first one, but never could find the right bread. I’m giving up on the search and using an Italian loaf. Yours looks amazing and it’s definitely an inspiration!!! Pinning!!!

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  8. Monica says

    It’s so hot here right now that it feels like Miami and now you’ve got me craving the amazing Cuban food we had there! This sandwich is a total knockout…looks really scrumptious! A great sandwich is a perfect meal, especially in the summer.

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