Caprese Panini

Ingredients

• •2 slices of ciabatta bread
• •4 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
• •1 medium ripe tomato, sliced
• •1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
• •1 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional)
• •1 tbsp olive oil
• •Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat a panini press or a skillet over medium heat.

2. 2

   Drizzle olive oil on one side of each slice of ciabatta bread.

3. 3

   On the un-oiled side of one slice, layer the mozzarella cheese, tomato slices, and fresh basil leaves.

4. 4

   Drizzle balsamic glaze over the tomatoes if using, and season with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Place the second slice of bread on top, oiled side up, to assemble the sandwich.

6. 6

   Press the sandwich in the panini press for about 5-7 minutes until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.

7. 7

   If using a skillet, place a heavy pan on top of the sandwich to press it down and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side.

8. 8

   Remove from heat, slice in half and serve immediately.