Basic Grilled Panini
Total Time
1h 30m
20m prep · 70m cook
Servings
4 people
Rating
Difficulty
Medium
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Panini sandwiches get their distinct look from the grill marks. I like to serve this grilled sandwich with soup or even salad. You can use this recipe to make multiple sandwiches. Just assemble them ahead of time, grill, and place in a warm oven until serving.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-light olive oil , or as needed
  • 2 slices Italian bread
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 3 slices deli ham , or more to taste
  • 2 slices Cheddar cheese
  • 1 slice firm-ripe tomato
  • 1 thin slice onion
  • cooking spray

Instructions

  1. 1

    Drizzle olive oil on 1 side of each bread slice. Spread 1 tablespoon mayonnaise on other side of each slice.

  2. 2

    Arrange layers of ham, Cheddar cheese, tomato, and onion on top. Top with other bread slice, mayonnaise-side down.

  3. 3

    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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