MOZZARELLA-PROSCIUTTO PANINI

Prep
10 Minutes
Cook
5 minutes
Serves
2

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons Italian salad dressing
  • 2 BAYS® English Muffins, any variety, split
  • 1/2 ounce prosciutto slices
  • 2 thin slices tomato
  • 3 ounces sliced smoked mozzarella cheese, quartered
  • 2 teaspoons butter, softened

Instructions

  • Heat panini maker according to manufacturer’s directions.

  • Drizzle dressing over cut sides of muffin halves. Place prosciutto, tomato, and cheese on bottom muffin halves; cover with tops. Spread butter on outside of sandwiches.

  • Place sandwiches into panini make; close lid. Cook 4 to 5 minutes or until muffins are golden brown and cheese is melted.

  • Tip: If you don’t have a panini maker, use an electric grill or skillet. Cook about 4 to 6 minutes, turning once and pressing down firmly with a spatula.

  • Variations:

  • Turkey Cheddar: Substitute 2 teaspoons mango chutney (such as Major Grey’s) for dressing, 1 ounce sliced turkey for prosciutto, and 2 ounces Cheddar cheese for mozzarella.

  • Fontina Caponata: Substitute 2 tablespoons prepared caponata for dressing and fontina cheese for mozzarella.

MOZZARELLA-PROSCIUTTO PANINI