Ingredients

• 1 loaf Cuban bread, sliced lengthwise
• 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 tablespoons yellow mustard, or to taste
• 1 1/2 pounds boiled ham, sliced
• 1 1/2 pounds roasted pork, sliced
• 1 pound Swiss cheese, sliced
• 1 cup dill pickle chips, or to taste

Directions

1. Assemble the sandwich: Spread 2 tablespoons of the butter on one half of the bread loaf and a thin layer of mustard on the other. Place 1 to 2 layers of ham, pork, cheese, and, finally, pickles on the buttered bread and top with the mustard-spread bread.

2. Wrap the sandwich in foil: Smear the remaining butter all over the outside of the sandwich and wrap it completely in aluminum foil.

3. Press and grill the sandwich: Heat your grill to high (550°F) and close the lid. Wait at least 15 minutes before lowering the heat to medium-high (450°F) and continuing.

4. Before grilling the sandwich, press down on it with your hands to flatten it. Place the wrapped, flattened sandwich on the grill and top with a brick, grill press, or any other heavy, heat-resistant object. Close the lid and grill for 5 to 6 minutes per side.

5. Remove the wrapped sandwich from the grill and take off the foil. Return the sandwich to the grill and grill for about 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until both pieces of bread are crispy and golden brown.

6. Slice and serve: Remove the sandwich from the grill and cut at an angle into small sandwich wedges (triangles). Place on a large platter and serve while still hot.

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