Puerto Sagua Cuban Sandwich

Ingredients

• 3 slices dill pickle 
• 2 ounces roast pressed
• 3 ounces ham 
• 1  hoagie roll soft
• 2 ounces swiss cheese 
• 1 tablespoon butter unsalted softened plus more for the pan
• 1 tablespoon mustard yellow

Equipment

• frying pan
• spatula

Directions

1. Place a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add a small amount of butter.
3. Slice the baguette in half lengthwise.
4. Spread 1 tablespoon butter evenly on one half of the bread and the mustard on the other.
5. Layer the ham, roast pork, cheese and pickles on the bottom half; close with the top.
6. Place the sandwich in the skillet and press down with your hands, a spatula or another skillet; cook for about 30 seconds, flip and cook on the other side until golden and the cheese is melted. Slice in half.
7. Photograph by Jim Franco