Indulge in the irresistible combination of brie, cranberry, and turkey with these mouthwatering paninis. This recipe brings together the sweet and tangy flavors of cranberry sauce, the creamy richness of brie cheese, and the savory goodness of turkey. The paninis are grilled to crispy perfection, making them the perfect comfort food for any time of the day. Whether you're preparing a quick lunch or enjoying a cozy dinner, these paninis will surely satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of your favorite bread (such as ciabatta or sourdough)
- 4 ounces of brie cheese, sliced
- 8 slices of cooked turkey breast
- 4 tablespoons of cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoons of butter, softened
Directions
- Preheat a panini press or a grill pan.
- Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
- On the non-buttered side of two bread slices, spread 1 tablespoon of cranberry sauce.
- Layer 2 slices of turkey on top of the cranberry sauce on each of the two bread slices.
- Arrange the sliced brie cheese on top of the turkey slices.
- Cover each sandwich with the remaining two bread slices, buttered side facing outward.
- Place the sandwiches on the preheated panini press or grill pan and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
- Flip the sandwiches and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side until the bread is crispy and the cheese is ooey-gooey.
- Remove the paninis from the press or pan and allow them to cool for a minute before slicing them diagonally.
- Serve the paninis warm and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
The word 'panini' is actually the plural form of 'panino,' which means 'small bread roll' in Italian.
The combination of cranberry sauce, brie cheese, and turkey is a classic Thanksgiving flavor profile.
The panini press was invented in the 1970s by an Italian businessman named Roberto Panini.