Do you always make the same old sandwiches at home? Ya, me too. But, I’m working on changing that. The new school year is coming up and I don’t want to be in a sandwich rut after a few short weeks. Margherita Panini Sandwich
So, I’m expanding my sandwich repertoire now!
When thinking of what kind of sandwich to feature this week – I looked to my favourite pizza. Margherita! I love the combination of tomato, mozza cheese and basil – drooling just thinking of it. Side note, the best slice of Margherita pizza I ever had was in Manhattan. To.die.for!
{ok, back on topic}
Thing is, to expand your own recipe box, you only need to think of your favourites and find a way to alter them to make them new {but not so different and out of the ordinary that you might not make it again}.
In this case, my fave pizza turned sandwich – Margherita Panini!
This recipe just calls for a few ingredients, I actually only needed to shop for the fresh basil. Please don’t skimp out and use the dried stuff or even leave it out altogether, the fresh basil is key here guys!
- 2 slices bread or panini bread
- 1-2 slices mozzarella cheese
- 2 or 3 fresh tomato slices
- 2 or 3 fresh basil leaves
- 2-3 tsp . olive oil
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Heat your skillet or panini press on medium heat and drizzle olive oil in pan. When using a press, brush the oil on the plates after it's heated and just before you place the panini on the plates. You could also brush a bit right on the outside pieces bread itself.
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Place the bread in the pan or onto the plate and then add the cheese, basil, tomato and then top with last slice of bread.
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Cook for about 5 minutes or until your sandwich is browned to preference. If using a pan, flip half-way to cook the other side.
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Serve warm and enjoy!
Looking for more great sandwich ideas?
- Raspberry and Nutella Stuffed French Toast Sandwiches
- Cheesy Mushroom Melt Sandwich
- Honey-Lavender Blackberry and Feta Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Robin says
I love a good panini & that is seriously one of the best combinations for one I’ve seen in a long time!
Nancy @ Whispered Inspirations says
This is amazing. My Mom used to make something similar to this, we loved it.
Holly says
This looks absolutely amazing. I hear you on the sandwich rut. This is a great alternative to the same ol’ sandwich for sure.
Carlee C says
I really like Margherita Pizzas, so I know I would like this. It looks so delicious so I am going to have to try to make it. YUM!
Chelley says
This looks SO good! The perfect sandwich for nights when you want to make something nice, but easy! I grow my own basil and am ALWAYS looking for ways to use it- I will be making these for lunch tomorrow!
Shelley Zurek says
A Panini is a great way to go..more sandwich less bread. I am going to have to try it with the fresh basil…mmmm.
Laurie P says
Sure does look tasty! Who doesn’t love a Panini sandwich 🙂
Jennifer says
I know what I’m making for dinner. That looks so delicious, and it’s a snap to make. Love it.
Stacey says
I love fresh herbs in recipes and I agree; don’t skip for the dried. Anything with mozza and I’m sold; looks delicious Tammi!
Jen Temcio @dapperhouse says
Yay! Dinner tonight! My son is loving making Panini sandwiches in the old George Foreman grill! I will go grab the ingredients and have him make this one for me! Thanks.
kristin says
Oh my! This looks so good! I love the flavor combo, I just have to make one myself this week!!!!
Elizabeth L says
Mmmm! I am all over this one!
Felissa (Two Little Cavaliers) says
Looks delicious. What a smart idea to add the basil.
Jennifer @ Mom Spotted says
That looks really good and would give me an excuse to use some of the basil I’m growing.
Pam says
Oh gosh, that looks delicious. I love margherita pizza and I love Panini. This is such a perfect combo.
Tess says
That looks amazing! I just ate supper and I’m still hungry for that Yum!
Mama to 5 BLessings says
I am picking my mouth off the ground! This looks so good!
Marina Mikhaylova says
Thank you for the great idea! going to make it as soon as find fresh basil.
Marina @ Mommy Snippets says
This looks so amazing. I can’t wait to try this recipe!
tammileetips says
That sandwich looks amazing!!! I love using my panini maker it comes in handy. Love the combination of ingredients!
Stefani Tolson says
Your sandwich looks delicious! I have been really wanting a panini maker so I can attempt to make my own sandwiches that look like this. YUMMY!
Ann Bacciaglia says
What a great photo. I am hungry and would love to eat one right now!
Victoria Ess says
This looks so delicious! Thank you for sharing!
Doris Calvert says
We eat a lot of sanwiches and this looks so good 🙂
Florence C says
Looks delicious. I love adding basil and olive oil to sandwiches.
Darlene Schuller says
if it would stop raining and I could get to the store this would be lunch!!
nikki robak says
simple to make and great for me no meat in it
Darwin says
I am a panini addict and that looks really good. Will be giving this a try. Thanks for sharing.
Debbie W says
Mmmm… this is so different from by boring toasted or grilled sandwiches.
Emily says
This is so simple it’s brilliant! Thank you for the inspiration.
Nicky says
this looks sooooo delicious! i want this for dinner tonight 😉
kristen visser says
OMG WOW this looks absolutely delicious!!!! i want this RIGHT now. I am definitely getting a panini press so i can do these
Heidi C. says
I can’t wait to make this with fresh veggies from our garden!
Leckie @ BabyStuff.Tips says
Looks amazing. The best thing I have ever done to get out of a sandwich rut was go through this wikipedia list of sandwiches;
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_sandwiches
Susan T. says
This looks so delicious and I have basil growing in my window-box that needs to be used! 🙂
Hannah says
This sounds AMAZING! I’ll have to try this recipe. I like how simple it is in the ingredient department! Thanks for sharing.
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Shannon Gnocato says
I saw this recipe and got inspired to break out my Panini press again.
Elizabeth Vlug says
This came along at the right time! I have basil growing on our deck. And I love paninis. I think they take a regular sandwich to the next level. Thanks so much for sharing. This will be even better when my tomatoes are ripe.
Carol M (Lushka S) says
Looks yummy, will have to try it!
Shelley N says
looks great. Don’t usually stock mozzarella in but could get a few slices to try this along with the basil from my garden (it the gopher hasn’t eaten it all again)
BobbiJo Pentney says
This looks so yummy.
Vesper says
This is one I will have to try, love all the ingredients
Tammy M says
It’s 7 am and I am drooling…drooling. I am definitely trying these!