Provolone and Roasted Pepper Panini

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If you've been wanting a sandwich but are tired of the same old ham and cheese, then this sandwich is for you. A panini is an Italian word for a pressed sandwich, much like a grilled cheese. This one combines provolone cheese and roasted red peppers for a combination that's out of this world. If you've got a Panini maker, otherwise known as a sandwich press, then you can put this sandwich together lickety split. If you don't have one, though, don't worry. It's just as easy to make in a pan. Use jarred roasted red peppers for this recipe. They are just as good as the real thing without all the time and mess and they work well on sandwiches. Adjust the amounts to suit your taste.

Ingredients:

1.Two slices crusty bread (white, sourdough, brioche, or French work very well).

2.2-3 slices (or approximately 3 ounces Provolone Cheese)

3.¼ Cup diced, jarred, Roasted Red Peppers

4.1 Tablespoon Olive Oil

To Make:

1.Preheat your Panini maker. If you're using a skillet, preheat the skillet on low heat. 2.Top one slice of bread with cheese and diced or sliced peppers.

3.Place other slice of bread on top. Spread ½ Tablespoon (or more to taste) olive oil on top piece of bread.

4.Place sandwich in pan, oiled side down, and spread remaining oil on other slice.

5.Close Panini Maker and cook till golden. If using a skillet, get the same effect by placing one of the following items on top of the sandwich: brick wrapped in aluminum foil, heavy-bottom sauce pan, heavy plate or bowl. Cook till golden on one side, then flip with a spatula and finish cooking until both sides of the bread are golden and the cheese is melted.

Let the sandwich cool a bit before cutting or the cheeses will ooze out. Cut diagonally and serve with a salad or chips for a mouth-watering lunchtime treat.

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Cathy Ipcizade is 30 years old and currently resides in Southern California. Prior to coming to California she grew up in Arizona.

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