Emeril's Prosciutto and Mozzarella Panini
Elevate your sandwich game with Emeril's Prosciutto and Mozzarella Panini—a gourmet twist on a classic panini that’s ready in just 15 minutes! This Italian-inspired recipe features layers of savory prosciutto, creamy fresh mozzarella, and vibrant basil pesto, perfectly balanced with peppery arugula nestled between slices of crisp, golden ciabatta bread. Lightly seasoned with salt and black pepper and brushed with olive oil for a perfectly toasted finish, this panini is ideal for an elevated lunch or a quick dinner. Whether you’re using a panini press or a grill pan, this simple yet flavorful recipe delivers melty, cheesy perfection in every bite. Pair it with a crisp salad or soup for a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal at home. Keywords: prosciutto panini, mozzarella panini, easy panini recipe, basil pesto sandwich, ciabatta panini.
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Ingredients
- 1 loaf Ciabatta bread
- 8 slices Prosciutto
- 8 ounces Fresh mozzarella
- 4 tablespoons Basil pesto
- 2 cups Arugula
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Slice the ciabatta loaf into 4 equal-sized pieces and then slice each piece in half horizontally to create sandwich halves.
Step 2
Spread 1 tablespoon of basil pesto on the cut side of each bottom half of the ciabatta slices.
Step 3
Layer 2 slices of prosciutto evenly across each bottom half, followed by 2 ounces of fresh mozzarella.
Step 4
Add a handful of arugula on top of the mozzarella and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
Step 5
Place the top half of the ciabatta bread on each sandwich to assemble them.
Step 6
Heat a panini press or a grill pan over medium heat. If using a grill pan, place a heavy skillet or foil-wrapped brick on top of the sandwiches to press them down while cooking.
Step 7
Brush the outside of each sandwich with olive oil on both sides to help them toast and crisp evenly.
Step 8
Place the sandwiches in the panini press or grill pan and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the mozzarella is melted.
Step 9
Remove from the heat, cut each sandwich in half (if desired), and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (936.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2832.5 |
| Total Fat 131.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 39.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.0g | |
| Cholesterol 228.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6845.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 288.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.9g | |
| Protein 135.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 36.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1856.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1001.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories