Caprese Panini

This fresh panini is classic and always satisfying – a great option for lunch or a light dinner.

INGREDIENTS

• Fresh sliced country bread
• Pesto sauce
• Sliced tomatoes (about 1/4″ thick)
• Sliced fresh mozzarella (grated mozzarella also works)
• Balsamic vinegar (optional)
• Olive oil

HOW TO MAKE IT

• First, either spray or brush the outside of two slices of bread with olive oil
• Flip the bread over and spread pesto sauce along the inside of the two slices of bread (optional: lightly drizzle balsamic vinegar on one side)
• Next, place a layer of of sliced tomatoes
• Top the tomatoes with mozzarella cheese
• Place the other piece of bread on top of your sandwich and place it in a sandwich press or grill both sides of it in a frying pan over medium heat
• When the cheese has melted and the outside of the bread is golden brown, your sandwich is ready!