So Zupas got rid of my favorite Panini. Just to be a stinker, I ask for it every time I go in. (The Milano.) This is why I stopped going to Cafe Paison. I do not like falling in love with something and having the stinking restaurant change their menu. Bah!
So I have been looking for a new favorite sandwich there. And I tried the Pesto Chicken Panini. It was yummy. I found a copycat recipe. I am also going on a retreat this week where we are making Panini's. I have felt some resistance about making some of the recipes I would like to make, so I am going to just bring my own ingredients and make my own. I am very excited. :)
Recipe from: bakingwithblondie.blogspot.com
4 ciabatta rolls, sliced in half
1 large tomato, stem removed, sliced
about a cup of alfalfa sprouts
4 slices muenster cheese
1 chicken breast, cooked, cubed
1 roasted red pepper (I used the ones from the jar = easiest), sliced into small cubes
1/2 C slivered almonds, toasted
1 batch of my homemade basil pesto (basil, garlic, pine nuts, EVOO, parmesan, lemon juice)
1 cup real mayonnaise (I love miracle whip, but don't use it with this recipe. I beg you)
In a bowl, mix together chicken breast, roasted red pepper, slivered almonds, basil pesto, and mayo until just combined. Slightly broil your ciabatta rolls in the oven so they're warm and a teeny bit crispy (or use a panini-maker). On the bottom half of the ciabatta roll, layer on your muenster cheese, chicken mixture, tomato (seasoned with salt and pepper), and alfalfa sprouts. Top with the other half of the roll, and use a toothpick to hold in place.
Dunk in soup, or devour as is. Both will rock your world.
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