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Authentic Cuban bread is light with a soft interior and a thick, crispy crust, but if unavailable, French bread or similar loaves will suffice. Slice the bread, toast lightly with butter until golden, then spread a mixture of mayonnaise and mustard for added richness—a small deviation from traditional mustard-only but loved by many.
Layer the bottom half of the bread with slices of cheese, a generous helping of the marinated pork, thinly sliced ham, crunchy pickles, and the other half of cheese. A light coating of the sauce on top adds flavor, and the sandwich is then pressed for that signature crispy exterior.