Cubano

Directions

1. 1
   Mix the mayonnaise and mustard in a small bowl and spread evenly on the inside of the bread slices.
2. 2
   Layer on half of the cheese, the ham, pork, Quick Garlic Pickles and the remaining cheese.
3. 3
   Cover with another slice of bread and butter the outside (top and bottom) of the sandwich.
4. 4
   Heat a cast-iron skillet to medium-high heat and place the sandwiches in the pan.
5. 5
   Top with a second cast-iron skillet to weigh the sandwiches down.
6. 6
   After 2 minutes, turn down the heat to medium low, flip the sandwiches and weigh down again with the second skillet.
7. 7
   Check the sandwiches after 1 more minute, and remove when golden brown and the cheese has melted.
8. 8
   Place the cucumber slices in a medium bowl.
9. 9
   Heat 3/4 cup water in a small saucepan with the vinegar, onions, salt, sugar, red pepper flakes and garlic, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
10. 10
    Boil 1 to 2 minutes, stirring.
11. 11
    Remove from the heat and pour over the cucumbers and stir to coat the slices well.
12. 12
    Place in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes and serve.