Classic Panini
By: Laurel Moore
Updated: October 4, 2011
Classic Panini
Two slices of rustic Italian bread or Ciabatta.
Thinly sliced tomatoes
Thinly sliced buffalo mozzarella
Prepared Pesto
1. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat.
2. Spread pesto on both sides of bread.
3. Arrange tomato and mozzarella slices on one side of bread; top with other slice.
4. Butter one side of sandwich and place the butter side down in the pan.
5. Put another cast iron skillet or foil-wrapped brick on sandwich to press it while it grills to a golden brown for about 5 minutes.
6. Remove top pan and butter the bread; turn sandwich over with a spatula.
7. Grill another 3-5 minutes; remove to a cutting board and cut sandwich in half.
8. Plate and garnish with pickles and chips.
Also try these fabulous combinations; the possibilities are endless!
1. Pear and Brie
2. Deli Beef, Roasted Peppers, and Pesto Mayo
3. The Elvis: Peanut Butter, Banana, and Bacon
4. Cream Cheese and Strawberry Jam
5. Turkey, Sauerkraut, Swiss Cheese, and Thousand Island Dressing
Two slices of rustic Italian bread or Ciabatta.
Thinly sliced tomatoes
Thinly sliced buffalo mozzarella
Prepared Pesto
1. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat.
2. Spread pesto on both sides of bread.
3. Arrange tomato and mozzarella slices on one side of bread; top with other slice.
4. Butter one side of sandwich and place the butter side down in the pan.
5. Put another cast iron skillet or foil-wrapped brick on sandwich to press it while it grills to a golden brown for about 5 minutes.
6. Remove top pan and butter the bread; turn sandwich over with a spatula.
7. Grill another 3-5 minutes; remove to a cutting board and cut sandwich in half.
8. Plate and garnish with pickles and chips.
Also try these fabulous combinations; the possibilities are endless!
1. Pear and Brie
2. Deli Beef, Roasted Peppers, and Pesto Mayo
3. The Elvis: Peanut Butter, Banana, and Bacon
4. Cream Cheese and Strawberry Jam
5. Turkey, Sauerkraut, Swiss Cheese, and Thousand Island Dressing
