I didn’t realize how much more enjoyment I stood to derive out of panini by expanding my cheese horizons!  You might remember I used a goat cheese called Humboldt Fog on those Burger Mini-Panini Sliders a few weeks back.  I’m telling you, from the first time I tasted Humboldt Fog I knew it was far [...]

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It’s time for another panini idea from the On Your Grill vault! As you may recall, I launched the On Your Grill series last month to showcase reader-submitted panini (click here to submit one!). Today’s idea comes from my friend Eleni from Beverly Hills, California by way of Greece! She writes:
Here’s a Greek [...]

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Where have grilled vegetables been all my life? It’s my absolute favorite way to eat them (roasted is a close second) - they’re quick and have far better texture and flavor than the boiled “mixed vegetable medley” of my youth. I’m definitely a meat-eater and often have to consciously encourage myself to eat [...]

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I feel myself heading into a phase - a “back to basics” phase. Some panini out there are just getting too frou-frou for me. Maybe it’s the fact that we call them panini rather than just grilled sandwiches. They kind of sound fancy, so maybe we should fill them with fancy ingredients? It’s certainly tempting. [...]

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A classic Italian caprese salad is reinvented as bright-flavored panini…and it’s not just for vegetarians either. Sweet heirloom tomatoes and creamy, melted fresh mozzarella are accented by fresh basil and a hint of lemon zest and olive oil on a French baguette. The result is a satisfying medley of flavors that’s quick and easy to [...]

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As I previously announced, I’ve launched a new series called On Your Grill where I invite you to submit your suggestions for panini and I’ll choose a few each month to test out on Panini Happy. First up is a recommendation from Tiffany of Geneva, Switzerland (by way of Washington, DC!):

The best grilled cheese [...]

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I guess it shouldn’t have come as a surprise to me - a cheese that melts wonderfully for fondue, like Swiss raclette, would be an excellent candidate for delicious grilled cheese panini. Based on an idea submitted by Tiffany of Geneva, Switzerland (by way of Washington, DC) as part of the ongoing On Your Grill [...]

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Yes, it’s actually a recipe for a peanut butter and jelly sandwich! I know, I know - who needs a recipe for this? Think of it as a serving suggestion. The panini-version of PB&J is, of course, grilled so more than likely this sandwich is a little different from what mom put in your lunchbox. [...]

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I decided to “go healthy” this time around. It didn’t really dawn on me that I tend to gravitate toward the comfort end of the dining spectrum until my friend Karen let me know about her blog, Test Drive Kitchen in which she tests out healthy recipes. Now, I’m not apologetic for my apple turnover, [...]

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Looking for a healthier alternative to typical grilled cheese? Give this recipe a try! With fresh mozzarella and a blend of other Italian cheeses, you still will get your cheese fix - roasted eggplant and red bell peppers allow you to cut back on some of the fat and calories and add great flavor as [...]

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