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Bold & Buttery Cuban Garlic Bread Sandwiches

Bold & Buttery Cuban Garlic Bread Sandwiches for Comfort Food Bliss

These Bold & Buttery Cuban Garlic Bread Sandwiches are a comforting blend of savory meats and oozy cheese, perfect for quick dinners and customizable to your taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Cuban
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Garlic Butter
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Add richness and flavor to the garlic butter mixture; make sure it’s softened.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped
For the Sandwich Assembly
  • Cuban Bread Crusty bread that holds all the delicious fillings.
  • 4 slices Smoked Ham Offers savory depth.
  • 4 slices Salami or Roasted Pork Adds additional savory flavor.
  • 4 slices Mozzarella or Swiss Cheese Melts beautifully to create a gooey texture.
  • 8 Pickle Slices Provides acidity and crunch.
  • 2 teaspoons Yellow Mustard Adds a tangy traditional flavor.

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley. Stir until well combined and creamy.
  2. Slice the Cuban bread in half lengthwise. Brush the cut sides with the prepared garlic butter.
  3. Spread 2 teaspoons of yellow mustard on one side of each bread half. Layer 4 slices of smoked ham, followed by 4 slices of salami or roasted pork, 8 pickle slices, and 4 slices of cheese.
  4. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Place the assembled sandwiches in the skillet and grill each for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Remove sandwiches from the skillet, let them rest for 1 minute, slice diagonally, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Make your garlic butter in advance and layer ingredients to save time. Use crusty bread like Cuban or sourdough for the best results.

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