Light Bites
Italian
ItalianHam and Cheese Panini
A pressed ham and cheese panini done three ways, from a simple cooked-ham toastie to a sourdough panini with prosciutto, taleggio and a fig and onion relish.
Nut-free
Better version
Ciabatta with honey-roast ham, mozzarella, tomato and a smear of pesto.
Per serving£2.70
Total cost£5.40
Time16 min
Ingredients for 2
- 2 ciabatta rolls , halved
- 6 slices honey-roast ham
- 125 g mozzarella , sliced
- 1 tomato , sliced
- 2 tbsp basil pesto
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper , to taste
Method
- Spread the cut sides of the rolls with pesto.
- Layer in the ham, mozzarella and tomato, then season.
- Brush the outsides with olive oil.
- Press in a hot panini press for 5 to 6 minutes until golden and oozing.
- Rest for a minute so the cheese sets slightly, then serve.
Equipment
- panini press
The three ways, side by side
Budget
Sliced white ciabatta with cooked ham and cheddar, buttered and pressed.
Better
Ciabatta with honey-roast ham, mozzarella, tomato and a smear of pesto.
Ultimate
Sourdough ciabatta with prosciutto, taleggio and a fig and caramelised onion relish.
