cubano sandwich (kentucky style)

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Here, KY
Updated on Jan 12, 2015

If you have leftover pork roast, you MUST try this sandwich! It is sooooo good! You will not be disappointed! Your guests will be delighted if you serve a tray of these at your Super Bowl party or other casual gathering.

prep time 5 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Grill
yield 1 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 slices hearty white bread (i use arnold's italian)
  • - prepared yellow mustard
  • 2 slices swiss cheese, sandwich size
  • 2 slices thin sliced ham
  • - dill pickles slices (i use claussen's)
  • 2 slices cooked pork loin roast (approx. 3/18" thick)
  • 1 pinch sea salt (to taste)
  • 1 pinch fresh ground black pepper (generous pinch)
  • 1-1 1/2 tablespoons butter, softened

How To Make cubano sandwich (kentucky style)

  • Step 1
    (Note: I use a George Foreman grill, but you may use a grill pan or skillet.)
  • Step 2
    Preheat grill or pan on medium to medium-high setting.
  • Step 3
    Spread or drizzle mustard on 1 slice bread.
  • Step 4
    Layer on top, 1 slice swiss cheese, 2 slices ham, dill pickle slices and the pork.
  • Step 5
    Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper.
  • Step 6
    Place remaining slice of swiss cheese and slice of bread on top.
  • Step 7
    Evenly spread top with 1/2 the butter.
  • Step 8
    Place buttered side down on grill or pan.
  • Step 9
    Butter top of bread, close lid and firmly press down.
  • Step 10
    Flip and rotate sandwich 1/2 turn after 1 1/2 to 2 minutes; grill an additional 1 1/2 to minutes, until golden brown and cheese is melted (watch carefully so as not to burn.)
  • Step 11
    Remove from grill or pan; let cool slightly before serving.

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Keyword: #super bowl
Ingredient: Pork
Method: Grill
Culture: Cuban
Category: Sandwiches

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