Panini-Stacked Sticks

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   In Italy, my favorite panini (sandwich) is made with ham (prosciutto di Parma) cheese (robiola) and arugula (rucola or rocket lettuce).

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   You can eat it cold, or press it and grill it on a sandwich press or in a skillet.

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   If you want to press it, put a heavy skillet on top of the sandwich as it cooks on a griddle or in a nonstick pan over medium heat.

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   Cook just a minute or so on each side to crisp the roll and slightly warm the filling.

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   To make the sandwich, split rolls and cover with provolone.

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   Top with a few pieces of arugula and 2 or 3 thin slices of ham, set the top in place and press down.

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   Cut sandwiches into 8 small cubes or grill to toast the roll, then cut.

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   Stack 8 pieces or 1 panini on each stick, threading 2 hot peppers or 2 jumbo olives in among the panini pieces as you work.

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   Repeat to make 4 (12-inch) panini-stacked sticks.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.