Breads

Tomato, Prosciutto and Mozzarella Panini

Makes 2 panini

Tomato, Prosciutto and Mozzarella Panini

Makes 2 panini

Be sure to use the freshest ingredients for this classic Italian sandwich.

Nutritional information per panini:Calories 313 (38% from fat)
carb. 31g
pro. 15g
fat 13g
sat. fat 4g
chol. 22mg
sod. 780mg
calc. 108mg
fiber 2g

Ingredients

  • 4slices ciabatta
  • ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • 1ounce (2 thin slices) prosciutto
  • 1plum tomato, cut into ¼-inch slices
  • 4fresh basil leaves
  • 2ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced

Preparation

  1. 1 .Preheat grill in the closed position.
  2. 2 .Brush one side of each slice of bread with the oil.Lay 2 slices of bread on a work surface, oiled side down. Build the sandwiches in this order: prosciutto, tomato, basil and cheese, evenly dividing the ingredients between the sandwiches. Top with remaining bread, oiled side up.
  3. 3 .Place sandwiches on the bottom grill plate and close, applying medium pressure to the handle for 30 seconds. Grill panini for 4 to 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bread is nicely toasted.
  4. 4 .Let rest for 1 to 2 minutes. Cut in half on the diagonal and serve warm.