For an extra crispy panini, brush the outside of the bread with melted butter before grilling. Experiment with different cheeses and fillings to create your own signature panini. A panini press can be used instead of a grill pan and heavy pan.
Basic Grilled Panini
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME6 mins
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TOTAL TIME16 mins
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SERVING1 People
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VIEWS12
Experience the simple joy of a perfectly grilled panini. Crisp bread, melted cheese, and savory fillings combine for a delightful sandwich that's both comforting and satisfying. A quick and easy meal that's perfect for lunch or a light dinner!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate27 g
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Cholesterol118 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein32 g
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Saturated Fat20 g
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Sodium1840 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat63 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Drizzle olive oil on 1 side of each bread slice. Spread 1 tablespoon mayonnaise on other side of each slice.
02
Step
5 mins
Arrange layers of ham, Cheddar cheese, tomato, and onion on top. Top with other bread slice, mayonnaise-side down.
03
Step
10 mins
Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat; spray lightly with cooking spray. Place sandwich on grill pan; weigh it down with a heavy pan. Cook until cheese is melted and grill marks appear, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
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Jed Wunsch
Jun 29, 2025The instructions were very clear. It turned out perfectly!
Lora Connelly
Jun 28, 2025I tried it with sourdough bread and it was even better!
Reyna Nikolaus
Jun 21, 2025I added some roasted red peppers and it was fantastic!
Bruce Bechtelar
Jun 20, 2025This recipe is so easy to follow and makes a delicious lunch! My kids love it!
Meta Hammes
Jun 17, 2025Simple and tasty! A perfect weeknight meal.
Jamarcus Bayer
Jun 13, 2025I used havarti cheese instead of cheddar and it was amazing!
Chauncey Strosin
May 25, 2025This is now a staple in our house. Thanks for sharing!
Yessenia Boyer
May 20, 2025The panini press is a game-changer, but the heavy pan worked great too!