Italian Caprese Panini

Ingredients

• 8 slices ciabatta bread or 4 ciabatta rolls, halved
• 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
• 2 large tomatoes, sliced
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp pesto
• salt and freshly cracked black pepper
• butter for grilling

Steps

1. 1

   Spread pesto on one side of each sandwich. Drizzle olive oil on the other side.

2. 2

   Layer mozzarella, tomato slices, and basil leaves. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.

3. 3

   Close sandwiches and butter the outsides lightly.

4. 4

   Press in a panini press or cook in a skillet with a heavy pan on top for 3-4 minutes per side until bread is golden and cheese begins to melt.

5. 5

   Slice in half and serve warm.