Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Italy with this Easy Italian Inspired Toasted Sandwich. This simple yet scrumptious recipe features crispy ciabatta bread enveloping layers of rich, melted mozzarella cheese, savory prosciutto, and sweet roasted red peppers, all elevated by fragrant fresh basil. Perfect for a quick lunch or a cozy dinner, this sandwich promises to transport your taste buds straight to an Italian café. Its customizable ingredients allow you to tailor it to your preferences, making it an inviting option for impressing family and friends. With straightforward preparation steps, you can create a delicious meal that satisfies your cravings in no time.
Ingredients
- Ciabatta bread
- Fresh mozzarella cheese
- Prosciutto
- Roasted red peppers
- Fresh basil leaves
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your panini press according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Slice the ciabatta bread horizontally and brush both sides lightly with olive oil.
- On one half of the bread, layer fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, roasted red peppers, and fresh basil.
- Top with the other half of the ciabatta and place it in the preheated panini press.
- Grill for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from heat, slice, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg