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Francesinha

A classic Portuguese sandwich with layers of meat, cheese, and spicy sauce.

10 minutes2 servings
Francesinha
Photo: Tom Anderson from London, United Kingdom · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Toast bread slices in a toaster or oven until golden.
  2. Layer beef, pork, and sausage on one slice of bread.
  3. Add cheese, mustard, and sauce on top.
  4. Place lettuce and tomato on the second slice, then assemble the sandwich.
  5. Press gently and serve.
  6. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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