Another Fave Sandwich- the Cubano

I could eat one of these every day for the rest of my life and never get tired of it.

1 lb. roasted shredded pork (perfect use for leftover pork)
4 Cuban or French bread loaves
softened butter
8 oz. Swiss cheese slices (do not used processed)
1 lb. smoked ham, sliced (do not use water pack)
8 dill pickles (your favorite variety)
mayo/mustard

Cut the bread loaves in half (if needed). Smear butter on each half. Add pork, cheese, ham, and pickle. Press together and grill on a griddle or panini-type sandwich grill, using a weight (such as a cast iron skillet) if needed. Grill 'til cheese is melted.

These go great with a cuban/puerto rican type soup.

I have had this recipe forever, no idea where it orginated.

Comments: 12

Auntie Shels Sep 19, 2006, 11:16am EDT

one of my favorites

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Nicole K. Sep 19, 2006, 2:47pm EDT

This sounds good. I might substitute something for the turkey for myself, but this sounds great... Thank you!

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Mark J. Sep 19, 2006, 3:04pm EDT

Oooh, sounds yummy!

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Sonia M. Sep 19, 2006, 3:17pm EDT

Nicole, if you use turkey instead of pork and ham then it is not a traditional Sandwich Cubano ;-)

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Fran S. Sep 19, 2006, 6:37pm EDT

sounds delicious

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William M. Sep 19, 2006, 9:15pm EDT

It sounds great.

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Susan B. Nov 11, 2007, 11:38pm EST

I've never had one, but this sounds delish!

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Donald H. Jan 8, 2009, 12:54pm EST

These delightful sandwiches are the aminstay of the lunch time in Tampa...and jhave been for many, many years...! My all time favorite sandwich...heated & pressed..!

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