Jul 14 2026

Italian Panini Recipe

Time20m
Serves1

Prosciutto, Fresh Mozzarella, Roasted Peppers, Tomatoes and Basil Olive Oil.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Slice the Bread

    Take the ciabatta bread and slice it in half horizontally to create a top and bottom.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Mozzarella

    Slice the fresh mozzarella ball into even slices, about 1/4 inch thick.

  3. 3

    Slice the Tomato

    Wash the tomato, and slice it into thin rounds.

Assemble the Panini

  1. 4

    Layer Ingredients

    On the bottom half of the ciabatta, layer the prosciutto slices, followed by mozzarella slices, roasted red peppers, tomato slices, and fresh basil leaves.

  2. 5

    Drizzle Olive Oil

    Drizzle basil olive oil over the layered ingredients to enhance flavor. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  3. 6

    Top with Bread

    Place the top half of the ciabatta on the sandwich to complete the assembly.

Grilling

  1. 7

    Preheat Panini Press

    Preheat a panini press or grill pan over medium heat.

  2. 8

    Grill the Panini

    Place the assembled panini on the grill and cook for about 3-5 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and the mozzarella has melted.

  3. 9

    Serve

    Remove the panini from the grill, cut in half if desired, and serve warm.

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