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Pork

Grilled Asparagus & Prosciutto Panini

March 24, 2009

Before I started making panini on a regular basis it never would have occurred to me to insert something long, skinny and roly-poly like asparagus into a sandwich. But some of the folks I Twitter with have gotten me intrigued with all of their excitement over asparagus sandwiches as of late. Spring is finally here [...]

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Bacon Tuna Melt Panini

February 24, 2009

Do you say “tunafish”? Or just “tuna”? Sandwiches made with a salad of canned tuna, mayonnaise and celery were “tunafish” to me growing up because that’s what my parents, both New Yorkers, called them. But I’ve rarely, if ever, heard the word in California. It’s always “tuna salad” or “tuna sandwich”, but never “tunafish.” I’m [...]

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My Valentine’s Monte Cristo Panini

February 8, 2009

My “valentine” (aka, my dear husband of almost 3 years) suggested Monte Cristos when I conferred with him for ideas for my annual Valentine’s Day panini (see last year’s Chocolate Raspberry Croissant Panini for Two!). Hot ham and swiss sandwiches grilled French toast style with powdered sugar and jam sounded sufficiently decadent to be considered [...]

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Bacon, Cheddar & Grilled Tomato Panini

January 20, 2009

There are days when you just feel like celebrating. When you look at the world around you and smile because you know that things are going to be all right. That dreams really can come true. Nothing cutesy or over the top here today – just one of the most comforting, happy-inducing grilled sandwiches I [...]

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Pancetta, Fontina & Caramelized Shallots Panini

December 20, 2008

If I tell you that today’s Pancetta, Fontina & Caramelized Shallots Panini recipe was inspired by Rachael Ray, I imagine some of you will perk up a little while others will scroll quickly to the next item in your RSS reader. She’s kind of got that polarizing effect on folks. Myself, I’m a Rach fan. [...]

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Fig, Smoked Gouda & Prosciutto Panini Stackers

September 30, 2008

When you’re at a restaurant, do you order your entrée based on the main item or the side dishes? For me, it’s almost always the sides – I bypass the star and look straight to the supporting players. They just always seem to be more interesting. Perhaps it’s because you’re only getting a small portion [...]

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“Town” & “Country” Pulled Pork Panini

August 23, 2008

It’s a twofer, folks – my indecision is your gain! Pulled pork panini, two ways. Can you really go wrong? The concept for “Town” and “Country” panini comes from a little restaurant up in Irvine called Jackson Barne. An unassuming place in a strip mall, my co-workers and I used to lunch there often back [...]

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Go Team USA! Open-Face Panini

August 15, 2008

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. It [...]

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Emmental, Honey & Ham Panini Recipe

June 24, 2008

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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Pancetta-Wrapped Shrimp & Goat Cheese Flatbread Panini Recipe

June 9, 2008

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 at the [...]

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