Tomato & Mozzarella Panini
Very easy
Camille C.
Camille C.

Tomato & Mozzarella Panini

5 minutesPrep time

5 minutesCook time

561 cal.Per serving

Ingredients for 1

White bread (sliced)

2 slices

White bread (sliced)

Mozzarella (fresh)

2 oz

Mozzarella (fresh)

Tomato

1/2

Tomato

Arugula

1/2 handful

Arugula

Pesto

1/8 cup

Pesto

Basil (fresh)

optional

1 tbsp

Basil (fresh)

Pine nuts

optional

1 tsp

Pine nuts

Utensils

Stovetop, Frying pan, Pan lid, Knife

recipe

  • 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!