Italian Panini Burger Recipes

ITALIAN PANINI

Steps:

• Slice the bread in half horizontally and spread the cut-sides with the honey mustard. Build the sandwich by layering the bottom half of the loaf with half of the provolone, followed by the ham, turkey, salami and the remaining provolone (the provolone should be touching the bread on both sides, with the meat sandwiched in between). Cover with the top half of the loaf.
• Spread some of the butter on top of the loaf, then carefully flip over and butter the bottom. Slice into the desired number of sandwiches
• Heat a large two-burner grill pan over medium heat, or heat a panini maker. Add the sandwiches to the pan and cook, pressing down with a spatula, until the undersides are golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes (see Cook's Note). Turn the sandwiches and continue to cook, pressing, until golden brown on the reverse side and the cheese is melted, another 3 to 4 minutes.
• Transfer the panini to a cutting board and slice in half. Serve immediately.

PANINI FROM THE BREAD MACHINE

Steps:

• Place all ingredients in pan of bread machine according to manufacturer's directions.
• Select dough setting.
• When cycle is complete, turn out onto floured surface.
• Divide into 10 pieces.
• Shape into flat 5-inch rounds for buns, or 6-inch oblongs for panini style rolls.
• Flatten them down pressing with your hand or rolling pin.
• Place on parchment lined baking sheet.
• Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
• Brush with melted butter.
• Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes.
• Oven temperatures vary so check after 9 minutes to see if done.