Are you as sleep-deprived as I am this week from all of this late-night Olympics viewing?  But, man, it’s been worth it.  As someone who has never been mistaken for athletic (does varsity cheerleading count??), I am in absolute awe of our real-life superheroes.  Especially the gymnasts - these girls and guys can fly.
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I may have a new favorite sandwich.  Now, I have enjoyed all of the panini on my blog or I wouldn’t have written them up (trust me, there a number that will never be repeated!), but today’s Emmental, Honey & Ham Panini was especially tasty.  Can’t-put-it-down good.  And it all hinged on the terrific flavor [...]

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You know the Kohler plumbing fixtures commercial - “Design a house around this…” and then the couple presents their architect with a rather striking faucet for inspiration. That ad came to mind as I was gearing up to create a panini recipe involving shrimp. Usually, I have a specific sandwich concept in mind [...]

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A BLT (Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato) is a true American classic. Paying homage to my home state, this California-style BLT panini recipe draws upon the classic flavor trio, plus adds a little Golden State flair with avocado and sourdough bread. Another little twist: these round-shaped “mini-panini” are inspired by the circular shape of pancetta, tomatoes [...]

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At its core, a croque-monsieur is a grilled ham and cheese sandwich. Here, I’ve kept that basic combination intact using Black Forest ham and smoked Gruyère cheese, adding whole-grain mustard and roasted garlic aioli as condiments in lieu of béchamel sauce and some arugula for a touch of peppery-tasting color. Grilled on ciabatta, it’s [...]

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On its own, pineapple is a wonderfully sweet, mouth-watering treat. Grill it up and the resulting caramelization makes it practically candy! This sweet and savory sandwich matches grilled pineapple with a smoky slice of prosciutto, creamy goat cheese and a fresh burst of cilantro. It’s an explosion of flavors and textures you’re sure to [...]

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I never imagined how much fun I would have with making panini all the time! Coming up with new ideas and then trying them out is sort of like a research experiment and an art project at the same time - and those are two activities I’ve loved my whole life! So when I found [...]

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