Tomato & Mozzarella Panini

5 minutes
Prep time

5 minutes
Cook time

2 minutes
Resting time

561 cal.
Per serving

Ingredients for 1

2 slices

White bread (sliced)

2 oz

Mozzarella (fresh)

1/2

Tomato

1/2 handful

Arugula

1/8 cup

Pesto

optional

1 tbsp

Basil (fresh)

optional

1 tsp

Pine nuts

Stovetop, Frying pan, Pan lid, Knife

Step 1
Wash & slice the tomato.
Step 2
Thinly slice the mozzarella.
Step 3
Spread the pesto over each slice of bread.
Step 4
Top half of the bread slices with tomato. Layer the cheese over top. Add pine nuts & basil (optional).
Step 5
Season with salt & pepper. Add the arugula. Close the sandwiches.
Step 6
Melt a dab of butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the sandwiches. Cook for 2 min on each side. Use a spatula to press the sandwiches down as they cook. They should be melty & golden brown.
Step 7
Cover the pan & remove from heat. Let the cheese melt for 1-2 min.
Step 8
Cut the sandwiches in half or thirds. Serve hot & enjoy!

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