Classic Italian Panini Recipe

Name: Classic Italian Panini Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 ciabatta rolls (or baguettes); 4 slices prosciutto; 4 slices mozzarella cheese; 1 tomato (sliced, ripe); Handful basil leaves (fresh); Olive oil (for brushing)

Discover the pleasure of crafting an authentic Italian Panini, filled with prosciutto, mozzarella, and fresh basil, for a quick yet indulgent lunch option.

Grace Kim

|June 29, 2024

A neatly assembled classic Italian sandwich with grilled bread, ham, cheese, tomato slices, and basil, held together by a wooden skewer and served on a white plate with a few basil leaves on the side. This delicious panini recipe is perfect for any meal.

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A classic Italian grilled panini with tomatoes, mozzarella, and prosciutto on a white plate garnished with basil.

Classic Italian Panini Recipe

Grace Kim

A classic Italian sandwich made with fresh bread and filled with a variety of delicious ingredients, perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 15

Meal Type Lunch

Cuisine Italian

Servings

Calories 376 kcal

Difficulty Easy

Ingredient Cost $7

Shopping Cost$24

Equipment

Panini press or grill pan
Knife
Cutting board

Ingredients

2 ciabatta rolls or baguettes
4 slices prosciutto
4 slices mozzarella cheese
1 tomato sliced, ripe
Handful basil leaves fresh
Olive oil for brushing

Instructions

Preheat the panini press or grill pan.
Slice the ciabatta rolls in half and brush the cut sides with olive oil.
2 ciabatta rolls, Olive oil
Layer prosciutto, mozzarella, tomato slices, and basil leaves on the bottom halves of the rolls.
4 slices prosciutto, 4 slices mozzarella cheese, 1 tomato, Handful basil leaves
Close the sandwiches with the top halves of the rolls.
Place the sandwiches on the panini press or grill pan. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.
Serve warm.

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite fillings such as roasted vegetables, different cheeses, or pesto.
If you don't have a panini press, use a heavy skillet to press the sandwiches while grilling.

Nutrition

Calories: 376kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 739mgPotassium: 221mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 901IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 293mgIron: 0.5mg

Keyword Grilled Sandwich, Italian Sandwich, Panini, Prosciutto, Quick Lunch

Ingredient Costs: Cost of Recipe by Ingredient Measurements

Shopping Costs: Cost of Recipe with Brand New Ingredient Purchases

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In the bustling city of Milan, lunchtime for Luca often means grabbing a quick and delicious Panini. As an architect with a hectic schedule, this Italian sandwich offers a perfect balance of convenience and flavor. Filled with prosciutto, mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, and basil, and then grilled to perfection, it's a reflection of Luca's love for simple yet high-quality ingredients. This Panini not only fuels his afternoon site visits and client meetings but also brings a taste of Italian tradition into his busy day.

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