13 May 2006 04:41 PM

Provolone and Roasted Pepper Panini

by Catherine Ipcizade | More from this Blogger

     

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.

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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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6 comments so far

Lisa P (23843) 13 May 2006 05:37 PM

Yum! A George Foreman Grill can do this job too. It will roast your sliced peppers quickly and easily as well as press the bread. Great tool to have in the kitchen. I've got one and I can't wait to try this recipe!

Catherine Ipcizade (5617) 13 May 2006 07:58 PM

Good point, Lisa! I have the Breadman Panini Maker and I LOVE it. We make all kinds of panini's...they're my favorite. :-)

Nicole Humphrey (15729) 14 May 2006 09:07 AM

This sounds awesome!! Thank you! I love the George Foreman Grill.

Catherine Ipcizade (5617) 14 May 2006 11:11 AM

I hope you'll tell me how you like it if you make it!

WordsAplenty (4029) 28 May 2006 08:40 AM

You and your cheese sandwiches! ;) This sounds heavenly! I didn't even realize they made panini makers... Wow, what else have I been missing?!

Catherine Ipcizade (5617) 28 May 2006 09:31 AM

I know there are some expensive ones in gourmet food stores. I just got mine at Target. It's the Breadman brand and it's worked out great for us...and it was under $40 which was good! Thank you :)

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