Delicious Ham and Pear Panini Recipe

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Delicious Ham and Pear Panini Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 16, 2023

Enjoy the perfect combination of smoky ham, sweet pear, and melted cheese in this delicious Ham and Pear Panini. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for lunch or a quick dinner, and it's a great way to use up leftover ham. The panini is grilled to perfection, with crispy bread and gooey cheese. Serve it with a side of salad or potato chips for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 8 slices of bread (ciabatta or sourdough)
  • 8 slices of deli-sliced ham
  • 1 pear, thinly sliced
  • 8 slices of Swiss cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Directions

  1. Preheat a panini press or a grill pan over medium heat.
  2. Spread Dijon mustard on one side of each slice of bread. Spread mayonnaise on the other side of each slice.
  3. Layer a slice of ham, a few slices of pear, and a slice of Swiss cheese on top of the mustard side of four slices of bread. Top with the remaining bread slices, mayonnaise side down.
  4. Spread the outside of each sandwich with softened butter.
  5. Place the sandwiches in the preheated panini press or grill pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted.
  6. Remove the sandwiches from the panini press or grill pan and let them cool for a minute before slicing.
  7. Serve the Ham and Pear Panini warm with a side of salad or potato chips.

Interesting Facts

  • Panini is an Italian word that means 'small bread roll'.
  • Panini presses were first introduced in the 1970s.
  • Paninis are often made with Italian bread, but you can use any bread you like for a panini.