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Bring a pot of water to a boil.
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Fill a bowl with ice water.
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When the water in the pot comes to a boil, salt generously and add the greens.
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Bring the water back to a boil, and boil for two to three minutes, depending on the sturdiness of the greens.
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Transfer to the ice water to cool for a few minutes, and then drain and squeeze out excess water.
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Chop coarsely.
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Preheat a panini grill.
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Brush both sides of the mushroom slices with olive oil, and grill for one to two minutes.
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Season if desired.
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Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat, and add the garlic.
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Cook, stirring, until the garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds, and stir in the greens.
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Toss to coat with oil, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Remove from the heat.
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Sprinkle half the cheese over two of the bread slices, and top the cheese with a few mushroom slices.
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Next, pile half the greens on top, and press them down with the back of a spoon.
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Top the greens with the remaining cheese, and cover with the remaining bread.
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Brush the outside of the sandwich with a little olive oil.
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Place in the panini maker, and grill for three to five minutes until the cheese has melted and the bread is toasty.
