Caprese Panini Recipe
Tomato and mozzarella, fresh basil, sea salt, and fresh cracked black pepper
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Ingredients
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Caprese Panini Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Slice the fresh mozzarella and tomatoes into even slices. Wash and pat dry the basil leaves.
- 2
Assemble the Panini
On one slice of ciabatta bread, layer the mozzarella, tomato slices, and fresh basil leaves. Drizzle with balsamic glaze, and season with sea salt and black pepper. Place the second slice of ciabatta on top to form a sandwich.
- 3
Grill the Panini
Heat a pan or panini press over medium heat. Brush the outside of the sandwich with olive oil. Grill the panini for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- 4
Serve
Remove the panini from the heat, let it cool for a minute, then slice in half and serve warm.