12
Variations:
Burgers may be seasoned for variety before they are grilled. Gently stir
suggested seasonings or your own favourites into the meat, working the meat as
little as possible for best texture.
1-2
cloves finely minced garlic
2-3
finely chopped green onions
1
teaspoon (5 ml) minced fresh ginger
1-2
tablespoons (15-25 ml) soy sauce
1-2
tablespoons (15-25 ml) Worcestershire sauce
1
tablespoon (15 ml) minced capers
1-2
tablespoons (15-25 ml) minced imported olives
1-2
tablespoons (15-25 ml) barbecue sauce
hot sauce to taste
minced jalapeno pepper to taste
THE PANINI PRESS
Grilled Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato &
Basil Panini Sandwiches
Griddler
™
Function: Closed
Selector: Grill/Panini
Plates: Grill
Makes 2 servings
4
slices [1/2-inch (1.25 cm) thick] crusty artisan bread* or individual
focaccia sliced horizontally
1
tablespoon (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil
4
ounces (125 g) sliced fresh mozzarella (or fresh smoked mozzarella)
4-6
thin tomato slices (to fit across bread)
kosher or sea salt and freshly ground pepper
8
large basil leaves
Preheat Griddler
™
on High.
Lightly brush one side of each slice of bread with olive oil. Place two slices on
work surface oiled side down. Layer with cheese and tomato. Season lightly with
salt and pepper if desired. Stack basil leaves and roll into a cylinder. Slice the
cylinder, using a sharp knife to get shreds of basil. Sprinkle the tomato with the
basil shreds. Top with the other slices of bread, oiled side up.
