Mozzarella, Basil Pesto, and Peperonata Panini Recipe

Name: Mozzarella, Basil Pesto, and Peperonata Panini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ciabatta rolls; ¾ cup basil pesto (Basil Pesto); 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 4 red bell peppers, cored, seeded, cut into 1-inch dice; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; kosher salt

Servings: persons

4 ciabatta rolls
¾ cup basil pesto (Basil Pesto)
6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
salt
fresh ground black pepper
4 red bell peppers, cored, seeded, cut into 1-inch dice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 pinch red pepper flakes
kosher salt

1
See recipe #225648 for instructions on how to make peperonata; you will use 1 cup in this recipe.
2
Preheat a panini grill.
3
Slice off the domed top of the ciabatta rolls; the rolls should now be about 1 inch thick.
4
Split the rolls in half horizontally.
5
Spread the top halves of the rolls with basil pesto, covering them completely.
6
Spread the bottom halves of the rolls with a thin layer of peperonata.
7
Lay the mozzarella slices over the peperonata in a single layer.
8
Season with salt and pepper before covering the panini with the top half of the ciabatta.
9
Grill sandwiches for 4 minutes until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has set.
10
Cut each in half and serve immediately.

235

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ciabatta rolls, ¾ cup basil pesto (Basil Pesto), 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced, salt, and more.

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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Mozzarella, Basil Pesto, and Peperonata Panini

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