What is a panini and how to cook it?

The panini or panino is a variety of sandwich originating from Italy, which has international distribution. In Italy, a panino is usually made with a small roll or a piece of bread, generally a ciabatta or a rosetta. The bread is cut horizontally and filled with salami, ham, cheese, mortadella, and some other foods; it is sometimes served hot after being pressed on a grill. A toasted panino, colloquially called a toast, is made from two vertical slices of cassetta bread almost always filled with prosciutto and some slices of cheese, and cooked on a grill in a sandwich press. In central Italy, there is a popular version of panino that is filled with porchetta, meaning pieces of roasted pork. Traditionally, it is served without any type of sauce or oil. (Source: Wikipedia) Making paninis or paninos is very simple and also provides nutritional benefits to the body. Take note of the following recipes. Turkey Leftover Panini This turkey panini recipe with pesto mayonnaise is great for using up turkey leftovers. You can add sun-dried tomatoes, and it tastes really good. Caprese Panini A caprese salad made into a sandwich. A great option for a light but gourmet dinner. Serrano Ham Panini A gourmet sandwich with serrano ham, mozzarella, tomato, and basil. It can be prepared on a grill.