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Grilled Vegetable Panini
4 servings
INGREDIENTS
1 large focaccia bread, halved horizontally
1 large red pepper, quartered
1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon Italian dressing
1/2 cup pesto sauce
1 medium eggplant, sliced in 1/2-inch rounds
1/2 cup Fontina cheese, shredded
METHOD
1
Set your adjustable temperature control between settings
8 and 10 and allow your Panini Maker to preheat until the green
ready light illuminates.
2
Grill red pepper in Panini Maker for about 5 minutes, or until tender.
3
Put onion and eggplant in a bowl and cover with Italian dressing.
4
Grill eggplant slices in Panini Maker for 4 to 5 minutes. Repeat with
remaining eggplant and onion slices.
5
Spread bottom slice of focaccia bread with pesto sauce and top
with cooked peppers. Top with grilled eggplant and onion. Top with
shredded Fontina cheese. Cover with top slice of focaccia bread.
6
Place assembled sandwiches in Panini Maker and toast until cheese
melts, approximately 3 minutes.
Recipe courtesy Debra Murray, Wolfgang Puck HSN Guest Host
Helpful Hints
•
Be sure to always wash the grill plates after each use to remove any
residue that may have accumulated.
•
Do not use sharp objects or attempt to cut food on top of the grill
plates.
•
Always preheat for 8 minutes until the green ready light illuminates
before use. Have all ingredients in place before cooking starts.
•
For best results, spread mayonnaise on both outer sides of panini
sandwiches before cooking. This will give darker, crustier grill marks
on the bread.
•
Do not use metal utensils, as this may damage the nonstick surface
of the grill plates.
•
If additional sandwiches are desired, lower the lid to preserve the
heat while you prepare the additional sandwiches.
•
Let sandwiches cool slightly before eating. Cheese, especially,
becomes very hot. Soft or melted fillings will firm slightly.
•
The “High” setting on the dial was designed for searing and
blackening. It is also excellent for grilling tuna steaks. Simply place
a 1- inch tuna steak on ribbed grill plates for 1 - 2 minutes for
a perfect medium rare, or to desired doneness.
Care and Cleaning
Other than the cleaning mentioned in this manual, no other servicing or
maintenance of this appliance is required. Repairs, if necessary must be
performed by an authorized service center.
Caution:
Do not immerse the appliance, cord or plug in water. Before
cleaning and when finished using your appliance, unplug power cord
from outlet and allow to cool completely.
Remove the grill plates according to the instructions referenced in the
“Adding and Removing Plates” section on page 7 of this manual.The grill
plates can be hand washed in warm soapy water or placed in the
dishwasher. Always dry plates thoroughly before assembling onto grill
housing. To remove stubborn stains or food, use a nylon brush or other
utensil safe for nonstick surfaces.
Do not use steel wool or scouring pads. Do not use abrasive cleansers.
Wipe the exterior with a clean, damp cloth. Dry all parts thoroughly
before using again or storing.
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