The Art of the Panini

All veggie panini

It's really not an art...just a fancy word for a grilled sandwich. Does it take extra time? Yes...most definitely. But it makes a warm melted sandwich which can serve as both lunch and dinner. Make sure you have some butter (preferably) or margarine spread to coat the outsides of the bread so its nice and crispy.

Whatever you want to put inside is fine. My boys like meat so we re-grilled some thinly sliced leftover chicken. Pepper jack cheese is also great for an extra kick. Younger kids sometimes just want a really great grilled cheese. Cheddar or jack? The cheese options are just about limitless.

Find your favorite mushroom and slice them up. Sautee them in butter and garlic salt and you have a perfect recipe for a delicious Panini. I have a George Foreman grill and it fits two very large sandwiches perfectly.

Slather the inside of your bread liberally with mayo before topping with sliced tomatoes, grilled mushrooms, grilled onions, avocado and top with cheese. Place your butter coated bread onto a panini press, or grill and cook about 5 minutes at 350, or until all the cheese is melted and the bread is nice and brown. Slice in half and serve with your favorite side salad or even some chips. ENJOY!

RECIPE:
What you'll need...
Sliced Sourdough
Cheese (any kind)
Sautéed Mushrooms
Grilled Onions

Oozing with cheese....yum!

Tomatoes
Avocado
Mayo