Pressed Cuban Sandwich With Garlic Dijon Butter

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 2
Pressed Cuban Sandwich with Garlic Dijon Butter - A classic sandwich with a flavorful twist
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Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 head garlic
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon butter , softened
2 hoagie rolls , cut in half lengthwise
4 slices sandwich pickles ( sandwich length )
1/8 lb thinly sliced smoked turkey
1/8 lb thinly sliced turkey ham
4 slices swiss cheese ( Jarlsberg is good )
cooking spray

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
684
Sugar
4g
Fat
48g
The Cuban sandwich is a classic in the world of sandwiches, originating in Cuba and brought over to the US by Cuban immigrants. Traditionally, the sandwich is made with ham, roasted pork, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard on Cuban bread. This version puts a spin on the classic by swapping out the ham and pork for smoked turkey and adding garlic Dijon butter to the mix. The result is a flavorful sandwich with a crispy exterior and a melty, cheesy interior that's sure to satisfy any sandwich lover's cravings.

Instructions

1.Preheat a panini press or a grill pan over medium heat.
2.Cut the top off the garlic head, drizzle it with olive oil, wrap it in foil, and bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until tender.
3.Squeeze the roasted garlic out of the skins into a small bowl and mash into a paste.
4.Add Dijon mustard and softened butter to the garlic paste and mix well.
5.Spread the garlic butter on the cut halves of the hoagie rolls.
6.Layer pickle slices, smoked turkey, turkey ham, and Swiss cheese on the bottom half of the hoagie roll.
7.Close the sandwich with the top half of the roll, press it down, and spray the top of the roll with cooking spray.
8.Put the sandwich on the preheated panini press or grill pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until the cheese is melted and the bread is crispy.

PROS

This sandwich is a flavorful take on a classic Cuban sandwich.

The garlic Dijon butter adds a delicious twist to the sandwich, and the use of smoked turkey makes it a perfect option for those who don’t eat pork.
It can also be easily adapted for vegetarians by replacing the turkey with grilled veggies.

CONS

The sandwich is high in sodium due to the use of pickles and cheese.

It’s also high in calories and fat due to the use of butter and cheese.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The turkey in the sandwich is a good source of lean protein, which helps build and repair muscle tissue.
The garlic in the sandwich has been linked to improving heart health, reducing inflammation, and aiding in digestion.
The pickles in the sandwich are a good source of probiotics, which help in promoting a healthy gut microbiome.

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