The Cubano

To make dijon aioli, prepare a batch of base aioli and fold in Dijon mustard to taste.

Ingredients

1 Portuguese roll, split

4 to 6 oz Black Forest ham, sliced thin

2 oz Swiss cheese, sliced

A few dill pickle slices

2 tbsp dijon aioli

Preparation

1. Spread dijon aioli on both cut sides of the Portuguese roll.

2. Layer the ham, Swiss, and pickles on the bottom half. Close the sandwich.

3. Press in a sandwich press or cast iron skillet weighted with another pan over medium heat until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Slice and serve hot.