Salami and Fresh Mozzarella Paninis

Spicy Ontario salami is complemented with fresh mozzarella, basil leaves and a flavourful pesto. Serve with a fresh green salad for an easy but upscale lunch.

12 slices crusty Italian bread

¼ cup (50 mL) olive oild

12 slices Ontario salami of soppressata

6 large slices fresh Mozzarella cheese (12 smaller slices)

12 basil leaves

2 tbsp (25 mL) pesto

Steps:

1

Brush one side of each piece of bread with olive oil. Top 6 of the slices on the un-oiled side with salami slices, mozzarella and basil leaves.

2

Brush pesto over the unoiled side of the remaining bread slices and top to make 6 sandwiches (oiled sides out).

3

Grill sandwiches over medium high heat in a panini press or skillet until golden and cheese is melted. Slice in half and serve immediately.

Cook's Notes:

4

Makes 6 servings

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Ingredients

12 slices crusty Italian bread

¼ cup (50 mL) olive oild

12 slices Ontario salami of soppressata

6 large slices fresh Mozzarella cheese (12 smaller slices)

12 basil leaves

2 tbsp (25 mL) pesto

Directions

Steps:

1

Brush one side of each piece of bread with olive oil. Top 6 of the slices on the un-oiled side with salami slices, mozzarella and basil leaves.

2

Brush pesto over the unoiled side of the remaining bread slices and top to make 6 sandwiches (oiled sides out).

3

Grill sandwiches over medium high heat in a panini press or skillet until golden and cheese is melted. Slice in half and serve immediately.

Cook's Notes:

4

Makes 6 servings

Salami and Fresh Mozzarella Paninis

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