Classic Cuban Midnight (Medianoche) Sandwich

Serves: 2

Ellsworth Rath

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

45

Spice

64

Sweetness

54

Sourness

37

mins

Prep time (avg)

5.9

Difficulty

Ingredients:

1 cup

Mayonnaise

2 tbsps

Butter (melted)

Directions:

1

Split the sandwich rolls in half, and spread mustard and mayonnaise liberally onto the cut sides

2

On each sandwich, place and equal amount of Swiss cheese, ham and pork in exactly that order

3

Place a few pickles onto each one, and put the top of the roll onto the sandwich

4

Brush the tops with melted butter

5

Press each sandwich in a sandwich press heated to medium-high heat

6

If a sandwich press is not available, use a large skillet over medium-high heat, and press the sandwiches down using a sturdy plate or skillet

7

Some indoor grills may be good for this also

8

Cook for 5 to 8 minutes, keeping sandwiches pressed

9

If using a skillet, you may want to flip them once for even browning

10

Slice diagonally and serve hot