Mini Cheese Sandwiches (Panini With Mozzarella And Olive Tapenade)

1. 1

   Spread bread pieces on a work surface.

2. 2

   Spread 1/2 tablespoon olive tapenade on half the pieces, then cover with a slice of mozzarella, then cover with the remaining bread slices.

3. 3

   Butter both sides of the sandwich and grill in batches in a panini press until browned on both sides.

4. 4

   Put on a platter and cover with foil to keep warm until serving.

5. 5

   3 anchovies

6. 6

   1 clove garlic, minced

7. 7

   1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

8. 8

   1 cup pitted kalamata olives, plus additional as needed

9. 9

   1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional as needed

10. 10

    Put anchovies, garlic and thyme in a blender or food processor and puree.

11. 11

    Add olives and olive oil, and pulse to a smooth paste.

12. 12

    If it is too thin, add more pitted olives.

13. 13

    If it is too thick, add more olive oil.

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