La Ideals Cuban Sandwich

1. 1

   Trim the ends off the bread loaves, then cut the loaves into 8-inch sections.

2. 2

   Split the sections in half lengthwise.

3. 3

   Spread mustard on the cut side of each bottom half and mayonnaise on each top half.

4. 4

   Layer pickle slices on top of the mustard, then add layers of cheese, ham, and Puerco Asado.

5. 5

   Place the other half of the bread on top, mayonnaise side down.

6. 6

   Preheat a sandwich or panini press, or, if you dont have one, preheat the oven to 350F.

7. 7

   Brush the tops of the sandwiches with butter.

8. 8

   Put the sandwiches in the press (or arrange them on a nonstick baking sheet and place another baking sheet on top; weight down the baking sheet with a heavy iron skillet or a brick wrapped in aluminum foil).

9. 9

   Press or bake the sandwiches until they are crisp and golden brown and the cheese has melted, 6 to 8 minutes.

10. 10

    Cut the sandwiches in half on the bias and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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