10 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
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Quick 'Press' Cuban Sandwich
70% authentic · Cuban-American
A simplified version of the Cuban sandwich, using readily available ingredients and a quicker pressing method, perfect for a weeknight meal.
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Ingredients
- White bread or Cuban bread8 slices
- Deli ham1/2 lb
- Roast beef (thinly sliced deli style)1/2 lb
- Swiss cheese slices8 slices
- Dill pickles, thinly sliced1/2 cup
- Yellow mustard1/4 cup
- Butter2 tbsp
Steps
- 1
Spread yellow mustard on one side of each slice of bread.
- 2
On four slices of bread, layer ham, roast beef, Swiss cheese, and pickles.
- 3
Top with the remaining four slices of bread, mustard-side down.
- 4
Butter the outside of each sandwich.
- 5
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Grill sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing down with a spatula, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- 6
Slice in half and serve.
